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[Opinions] Re: Auxiliadora
by erb816
10/8/2010, 5:15 PM
in reply to a message by Maegirl
Auxiliadora... never heard of it. Where did you find it?
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- Maegirl   +1
10/8/2010, 5:33 PM
It is a common Spanish name. Has to do with the verb "to help" or "one who helps"..I was told it comes from Maria Auxiliadora or the virgin Mary that helps you. I know an older lady whose name is Ruth Auxiliadora and she explained it to me.
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- Maegirl
10/8/2010, 9:14 PM
I also have a friend whose sister-in-law is named Maria Auxiliadora and they call her - get this - Mariuxi prn "Mah-dee-uke-see"
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