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Nap Lajoie

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Personal Details

Given Name
Nap
Surname
Lajoie

The Name Nap

Origin
English
Meaning
A short sleep or a nickname for Napoleon.
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The Lajoie Surname

Origin
French
Meaning
A surname meaning 'the joy' or 'joy,' derived from Old French elements.
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Source

Library of Congress

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