The term 'often-given' is a compound word formed from 'often' and 'given'. 'Often' originates from Old English 'oft', meaning 'frequently', and 'given' is the past participle of 'give', which comes from Old English 'giefan', meaning 'to bestow or grant'.

'Often' evolved from Old English 'oft', and 'given' from Old English 'giefan', eventually forming the modern compound 'often-given'.

The meaning of 'often-given' has remained consistent, referring to something that is frequently provided or bestowed.