River Names, Meanings, and their History

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Abhraganga (AHB-ruh-guhng-guh)

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Afton (AF-tən)

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Aghanashini (uh-guh-nuh-shee-nee)

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Alakananda (ah-lah-kah-NAHN-dah)

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Amarasarit (uh-muh-ruh-suh-rit)

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Aranam (ah-rah-nahm)

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Bavataraani (bah-vah-tah-rah-nee)

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Bhagirathi (buh-gi-RAH-thee)

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Bipasha (bi-PAH-sha)

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Brahmputri (bram-poo-tree)

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Cauvery (kaw-vee-ree)

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Cavery (KAY-vee-ree)

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