Rob and Jess are exploring the origins of first names.
👩 Are all MARYS actually MIRIAMS?
🕵️‍♀️ How can JAMES, IAGO and JACOB be the same?
💡 What do ROBERT and JESSICA mean?
These questions answered – and many more – in this nominally fascinating etymological exploration of why we’re called what we’re called. It’s time for Words Unravelled!

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==LINKS==
Rob’s YouTube channel: / robwords
Jess’ Useless Etymology blog: https://uselessetymology.com/
Rob on X: x.com/robwordsyt
Jess on TikTok: tiktok.com/@jesszafarris

#etymology #wordfacts #English

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