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The name Guadalupe is of Spanish origin and is derived from the Arabic word "Wadi al-lub" which means "river of the wolf" or "river of the mad".

Guadalupe is also the name of a famous Marian apparition site in Mexico, where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared to Saint Juan Diego in 1531. The name is associated with devotion to the Virgin Mary and is widely used as a female given name in Spanish-speaking countries.

The name is also associated with the Guadalupe River in Texas, which was named after the Spanish mission it flows past. In South America, Guadalupe is a popular place name and is also used as a surname.

Overall, Guadalupe is a name with rich religious and cultural associations and is often given to girls born on or near the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe on December 12th.

The name Guadalupe is popular in many Spanish-speaking countries such as Mexico, Spain, and parts of Central and South America. It is also used in the Philippines due to its Spanish influence.

Guadalupe is a Spanish name often associated with the Virgin Mary. If you like this name, here are some similar options you might also consider:

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• Inez
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• Flor
• Lourdes
• Marisol
• Pilar
• Raquel