Fedora
Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Fedora
The given name 'Fedora' is derived from the Latin word 'feoderium,' which means 'feudal lord' or 'vassal,' and is related to the Latin word 'feodum,' meaning 'fief' or 'land granted by a lord.' The name 'Fedora' has been used in various cultures, including Russian and Italian, and is associated with the famous hat style, which originated in the 19th century and was popularized by the 1938 film 'Gilda,' starring Rita Hayworth.
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Etymology
The given name 'Fedora' is derived from the Latin word 'feoderium,' which means 'feudal lord' or 'vassal,' and is related to the Latin word 'feodum,' meaning 'fief' or 'land granted by a lord.' The name 'Fedora' has been used in various cultures, including Russian and Italian, and is associated with the famous hat style, which originated in the 19th century and was popularized by the 1938 film 'Gilda,' starring Rita Hayworth.
Fedora currently ranks #14,012 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1916.
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