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Hanh
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Hanh originates in Vietnamese language and it means "right behaviour".
Knute
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Knute is a Scandinavian diminutive form of the name 'Knut', itself derived from the Old Norse word 'knutr', which means 'knot'.
Catriona
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Catriona is a Gaelic form of Katherine. Katherine originates in Greek language and means "chaste, pure". It has been one of the most popular feminine given names over centuries and with various spellings all around the world. Historically, it was a favourite name especially in Christian world. Katherine is the name of many saints, the most popular probably being Catherine of Alexandria, a 4th century martyr. it was also a popular name within royalty in different countries. The variant spelling Catherine is also very frequent.
Hayley
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Hayley originates in Old English language and means "meadow of hay". It was derived from an old English surname and as a surname it functions until today. Some sources also suggest its origin in Old Norse language and the meaning "heroine". It was popularized by the English actress and singer Hayley Mills.
Norman
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The name Norman is derived from the Old Germanic words 'nord', which means 'North', and 'man', which means 'man'.
Eileen
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Eileen most likely originates in Greek language and means "torch of light". It is an Irish form of Helen. Some sources also suggest that it is an anglicization of the Irish name Eibhlin, meaning "desire". As a feminine given name it became popular at the beginning of the 20th century.
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