Mariposa
Latin American · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Mariposa
The given name 'Mariposa' means 'butterfly' in Spanish, derived from the Latin words 'mariposa' (meaning 'fly') and 'mariposa' (meaning 'butterfly').
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Etymology
The given name 'Mariposa' means 'butterfly' in Spanish, derived from the Latin words 'mariposa' (meaning 'fly') and 'mariposa' (meaning 'butterfly'). The name 'Mariposa' is used in various cultures, including Latin American and Spanish-speaking communities, and has historical significance in the context of the Mariposa Battalion, a group of Mexican-American soldiers who fought in the American Civil War.
Mariposa currently ranks #4,040 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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