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Filomena

English translation/equivalent: Philomena

Origin: Derived from the Greek Philomenes, composed of the roots of the verb philein, "to love" and menein, "to remain," therefore meaning "who remains affectionate, faithful to love and friendship."

Name Day/Onomastico: July 5—in memory of St. Philomena, maiden of the Marches.

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