America – In the English-speaking world, this name is usually given in reference to the United States of America (see Amerigo). It came into use as an American name in the 19th century.
Patricia – From the Latin name Patricius, which meant “nobleman”. This name was adopted in the 5th-century by Saint Patrick, whose birth name was Sucat. He was a Romanized Briton who was captured and enslaved in his youth by Irish raiders. After six years of servitude he escaped home, but he eventually became a bishop and went back to Ireland as a missionary. He is traditionally credited with Christianizing the island, and is regarded as Ireland’s patron saint. He is called Pádraig in Irish.In England and elsewhere in Europe during the Middle Ages this name was used in honour of the saint. However, it was not generally given in Ireland before the 17th century because it was considered too sacred for everyday use. It has since become very common there.
Charlie – Diminutive or feminine form of Charles. A famous bearer was the British comic actor Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977). It is also borne by Charlie Brown, the main character in the comic strip Peanuts by Charles Schulz.
MUSICAL NAMES
Mentally sound.
Smile no frown.
What is my name today?
Charlie Brown.
Comic strip famous.
Life is the greatest.
Crimes committed against me?
Heinous.
She is not happy.
Much to sappy.
Never up close.
Peppermint Patty.
5 cents for your service?
Advice just worsens.
Told them to lie to a child?
That’s disturbing.
Reality snipers.
Comic strip writers.
Santa Clause is fake children!
They conspired.
PATRICIA A. MANIACI
