Ambrosia
am-BROH-zhuh
Ambrosia is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A Greek name meaning 'immortality'. In Greek mythology, it's the food of the gods, granting eternal life.”. It currently ranks #11131 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1981.
What Ambrosia Means
“A Greek name meaning 'immortality'. In Greek mythology, it's the food of the gods, granting eternal life.”
The Story of Ambrosia
A name whispered by the gods themselves, meaning immortality, this celestial gift has been reserved for your daughter.
Ambrosia is a name of Greek origin, directly translating to 'immortality.' In ancient Greek mythology, it was the divine food or drink consumed by the gods on Mount Olympus, granting them eternal life and sustenance. The name evokes imagery of celestial feasts, divine favor, and a timeless essence, making it a profound choice carried through the ages.
To speak 'Ambrosia' is to taste something ethereal and profound. It feels like a blessing, a promise of a life rich with extraordinary grace and enduring presence. When you write it on a birth certificate, you are not just naming a child but invoking a myth, suggesting a daughter whose spirit will be as captivating and lasting as the gods' own sustenance.
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Numerology
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#65 in 1981
Total Births
1,692
First Recorded
1900
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