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What can you tell me about the origin of the name La Malinche?
The Spanish gave her the name Doña Marina. Somehow, this name not only became associated with Doña Marina but also shortened to Malinche.
Are there any other interesting aspects about La Malinche?

Question: Why was her name changed?
Self-contained rewrite: Why was La Malinche's name changed?