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Dora Palkin

Photograph of Dora Palkin Source: Library of Congress

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Given Name
Dora
Surname
Palkin

The Name Dora

Origin
Greek
Meaning
Gift or present.
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The Palkin Surname

Origin
Russian, possibly Slavic
Meaning
A patronymic or diminutive surname possibly derived from a personal name or occupational term.
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