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At one time November was the ninth month. You as well ask about December ( decem means ten) , October ( octo means eight) , and September ( septem means seven)

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November was originally the ninth month in the Roman calendar, which began in March. When the calendar was later reformed to start in January, November retained its name but became the eleventh month.

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