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Demelza
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A female first name of Cornish origin, popularized by the "Poldark" novels and TV series.
"Demelza became a popular baby name after the show aired."
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA Cornish given name, well known through the character Demelza in "Poldark".
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Etymology
From the Cornish place name Dinmelsa, meaning "fort of Melsa".