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Polly Card

Photograph of Polly Card Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Polly
Surname
Card

The Name Polly

Origin
English
Meaning
A parrot, or a diminutive of Mary meaning 'of the sea.'
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The Card Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
A person who carded wool or other fibers, or a maker of cards.
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Source

Library of Congress

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