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Name Origin

Polly is a diminutive of the name Mary, originating from English and Hebrew roots. It traditionally means 'bitter' or 'beloved'.

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Famous People

Polly Higgins (1968-2018)

Lawyer and advocate for ecocide law

  • Pioneered the concept of ecocide as an international crime.
  • Founded the Stop Ecocide campaign.

Polly Jean Harvey (1969-)

Singer-songwriter, musician

  • Won the Mercury Prize twice.
  • Known for her experimental and genre-bending music.