Congolese gynecologist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate
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Congolese gynecologist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate
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French
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Denis Mukwege is Congolese gynecologist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
The name Denis means "male given name (Денис)". It is of French origin.
Name Meaning
male given name (Денис)
The name Denis is of French origin, meaning "male given name (Денис)". It is traditionally a male name.
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