"Guirl" meaning in All languages combined

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Proper name [English]

IPA: /ˈɡɝl/ [US] Audio: en-us-girl.ogg
Rhymes: -ɜː(ɹ)l Etymology: Possibly from an alteration of French guirlande (“garland”), which suggests that the name may have originated as an occupational surname for someone who makes and sells garlands. Etymology templates: {{uder|en|fr|guirlande||garland}} French guirlande (“garland”) Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Guirl
  1. A surname. Of American usage. Related terms: McGuirl
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