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The name Pamela is of Greek origin, derived from the word "pan" meaning all and "mela" meaning honey. It was first used by the poet Sir Philip Sidney in his epic prose work "The Countess of Pembroke's Arcadia" (published in 1590), where he used it as the name of a virtuous and beautiful heroine.The name Pamela was not commonly used until the 18th century when it gained popularity due to the success of Samuel Richardson's novel "Pamela; or, Virtue Rewarded" (published in 1740). The novel tells the story of a young, virtuous servant girl named Pamela who resists the advances of her employer, Mr. B, and eventually marries him after he reforms his ways.The name Pamela continued to be popular throughout the 20th century, although its usage has declined in recent years. It is often shortened to the nickname Pam. Notable people with the name Pamela include actress Pamela Anderson, novelist Pamela Hansford Johnson, and musician Pamela Des Barres.

The name Pamela is most popular in English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. It is also popular in some Latin American countries such as Mexico, Brazil, and Chile.

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