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The Mayflower got it's name because it was scheduled to set sail in May, the flower part symbolized hope, and prosperity in the New World.

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It was named the May flower before they knew about the ship.

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The pilgrims did not name the ship, they hired it. Christopher Jones was the Captain. It was a cargo ship that carried goods between England and the continent.

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