"Charmian" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: Diminutive form of Ancient Greek χάρμα (khárma, “joy”). According to Plutarch, the name of a servant and advisor of Cleopatra. Etymology templates: {{cln|en|undefined derivations}}, {{uder|en|grc|χάρμα||joy}} Ancient Greek χάρμα (khárma, “joy”) Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Charmian
  1. A female given name from Ancient Greek. Categories (topical): English female given names, English given names
    Sense id: en-Charmian-en-name-G1A8salx Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English undefined derivations

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