What Does the Name Arethusa Mean
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Arethusa Name Meaning
Greek Mythology (Latinized)From Greek Αρεθουσα (Arethousa), which is possibly derived from αρδω (ardo) "water" and θοος (thoos) "quick, nimble". This was the name of a nymph in Greek mythology who was transformed...
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