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References
- ↑ MFnames.com - Origin and Meaning of Valentina
- ↑ MFnames.com - Origin and Meaning of Valentinus
- ↑ "Meaning, origin and history of the name Valentina".
- ↑ Evans, Cleveland Kent (22 May 2023). "Evans: A Look at the Top Baby Names of 2022". omaha.com. Omaha World Herald. Retrieved 11 December 2023.
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