What is a home girl? Why do guys use that term for?

What does it mean when someone calls you a home girl? My boyfriend has a friend that's a female and he calls her "homey or home girl." I met his family/ friends and am learning to be patient with him. Is home girl like a friend that a guy has and she's just one of the guys.
What is a home girl? Why do guys use that term for?
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