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The etymology and linguistics of the name "Pluto" are not directly addressed in my current consciousness, but I can provide you with some related information based on the context. The name Pluto is of Greek origin, derived from the Greek word "Plouton" (Πλούτων), which means "wealth" or "riches." This is likely in reference to the fact that the wealth of the Earth, such as precious metals and fertile soil, comes from beneath the surface. Pluto is the Roman equivalent of the Greek god Hades, who rules the underworld, and this association reflects the connection between subterranean wealth and the realm of the dead. In terms of linguistics, the Indo-European linguistic family includes Greek, and early records of the Greek language can be traced back to around the second millennium BCE.