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Hortensia

The feminine counterpart of the ancient Roman family name Hortensius, probably rooted in the Latin word for "garden."

Meaning and origin

Hortensia is the feminine counterpart of the ancient Roman family name Hortensius, most likely rooted in the Latin word hortus, meaning "garden."

How to pronounce Hortensia

Spanish (Spain)or-TEN-syah /orˈtensja/

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