Eurydice
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Eurydice is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “From Greek, meaning 'wide justice'. In Greek mythology, she was the wife of Orpheus.”. It currently ranks #9744 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1974.
What Eurydice Means
“From Greek, meaning 'wide justice'. In Greek mythology, she was the wife of Orpheus.”
The Story of Eurydice
Whispered in ancient myths, this name carries the profound meaning of 'wide justice' and enduring love.
Eurydice is a name steeped in Greek mythology, famously known as the wife of Orpheus, whose story embodies tragic love. Its meaning, 'wide justice,' suggests a deep sense of fairness and an expansive moral compass.
For your daughter, Eurydice offers a name rich with artistic sensibility and profound depth. You imagine her as someone who possesses a strong sense of integrity and a wise, perhaps even mysterious, understanding of the world.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Eurydice
Wife of Orpheus in Greek mythology
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 1974
Total Births
95
First Recorded
1965
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