The Mona Lisa got its name from an English spelling error: it should have
been spelled "Monna," meaning "My Lady."
The original spelling of the famous portrait by Leonardo da Vinci is "Monna
Lisa" which means "My Lady Lisa" in Italian. "Mona Lisa," however, is how
it is known in the English speaking world due to a simple spelling error.
Where Does the Name "Mona Lisa" Come from?
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