What is the origin of the name Elektra?

Elektra is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Elektra?

Elektra is currently ranked #5985 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Elektra?

Elektra is pronounced ee-LEK-trah.

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Elektra

ee-LEK-trah

Popularity

#5985

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

810

Peak Year

#79 in 2005

First Recorded

1985

Style

Mythological, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Elektra is a Greek name meaning 'shining, radiant, bright'. In Greek mythology, Elektra was the daughter of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra.

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Elle Lek Lexi

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

Elektra Natchios
Marvel Comics assassin

Nicknames

Elle Lek Lexi

Spelling Variations

Electra

Similar Names

Athena Cassandra Helena Selene

Personality Traits

StrongBrightRadiantPassionate

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