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Pamela

/PAM-uh-luh/

girl
American
Very common
medium

Meaning

All honey; all sweetness

At a glance

  • Origin: American
  • Gender: girl
  • Syllables: 3
  • Popularity: Very common
  • Baby-safe: Yes

Cultural notes

The name Pamela was invented by Sir Philip Sidney for his prose work "Arcadia" in the late 16th century, though it did not become popular until the 20th century. It is derived from Greek elements meaning "all" and "honey."

Vibes

American
English
girl
unisex

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