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Often islands were inhabited by isolated groups of people that used less known languages. They didn't use English, so the names for their islands might sound strange to us. e.g. "Hawaii"

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Islands can have unusual names due to their unique geography, history, or local culture. Some may be named after a feature of the island, a historical event, a local legend, or even a wildlife species found there. These factors can contribute to the diversity and sometimes eccentricity of island names.

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