Eclipse
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Eclipse is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Refers to the astronomical event where one celestial body obscures another. Suggests darkness and mystery.”. It currently ranks #13905 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2023.
What Eclipse Means
“Refers to the astronomical event where one celestial body obscures another. Suggests darkness and mystery.”
The Story of Eclipse
This name marks a singular moment of cosmic significance, a brief, powerful event that shifts the world's perspective.
Eclipse is a name for a girl, drawing directly from the astronomical phenomenon. It signifies the obscuring of one celestial body by another, a dramatic cosmic alignment. The term originates from the Greek 'ekleipsis,' meaning abandonment or disappearance, pointing to a profound celestial event.
Choosing Eclipse for your daughter is to acknowledge her potential for a powerful and captivating presence. This name suggests a child who can command attention, whose intensity leaves a lasting impression, and who understands the beauty that can arise from moments of dramatic transition.
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Peak Year
#10 in 2023
Total Births
27
First Recorded
2017
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