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The name of a Guardian.
Generally a nickname for Samantha.

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Close friend of Angie. Guardian of Kayleen.

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Sammy

Meanings and history of the name Sam: | Edit

Of English and Hebrew origin, most accurately means "God Heard". In Aramaic, it means "Listener". In Greek, it may mean "Flower".

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Sam is the name of the daughter of Tiger Woods.
Sam is the name of the daughter of Charlie Sheen.

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