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The unit is derived from the phrase "billions and billions (of stars)", erroneously attributed to the American astronomer Carl Sagan. The lower bound of such a number must be two billion plus two billion, or four billion. Johnny Carson popularized the phrase through his occasional impersonation of Sagan throughout his career.

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United States Sagan Listen Favorite Share Copy

Rank #21335
Frequency 1,144 people (0.42 per 100k)
Ethnic Distribution
White 95.37% Hispanic 1.4% Asian/PI 1.4% Two+ 1.14%
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Russia Sagan Listen Favorite Share Copy

Rank #60845
Frequency 8 people
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United Kingdom Sagan Listen Favorite Share Copy

Rank #70130
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