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I like the sound as it is listed as well. I would probably have not guessed the correct pronunciation though.

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As for the meaning, I think it is trumped by the courtesan story and the relation to dark skin. Its no more off-putting than names like Caleb (dog), Delilah (weak) or Penelope (a duck).

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