Talcum powder is a powder made from a mineral called talc. Talcum powder poisoning may occur when someone breathes in or swallows talcum powder. This can be by accident or on purpose. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to treat or manage an actual poison exposure.
Meaning & History. Originally a short form of Hankin which was a medieval diminutive of JOHN. Since the 17th century in the United States this name has also been used as a diminutive of HENRY, probably under the influence of the Dutch diminutive HENK.A famous bearer is the former American baseball player Hank Aaron (1934-).ince the 17th century in the United States this name has also been used as a diminutive of HENRY, probably under the influence of the Dutch diminutive HENK. A famous bearer is the former American baseball player Hank Aaron (1934-).
My George gets Gorgeous, Gman, Georgie, Georgie Pie, plus a few variations on his middle name. Geordie is the 'actual' ( so Ive read)shortened form of George, but mine doesn't fit this short name, yet. He also gets happy chaps because he's always smiling or laughing. Harry is the short name for Henry as far as I know.