Friendsgiving is a relatively new tradition that I’ve wholeheartedly embraced.

If you’re unfamiliar with the celebration, it’s aThanksgiving dinnershared between friends rather than family.

But where did Friendsgiving come from?

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It’s become increasingly popular over the last few years, but its origins go back to the mid-2000s.

It’s a well-known fact oneFriendsThanksgiving episode aired each season.

Not to mention the show’s name is literally part of the word.

So, is this just a crazy fan theory?

As it turns out, no, it’s notsome significant data points to Friendsgiving originating from the show.

Could thisbemore of a coincidence?