What is the origin of the name Ianthe?

Ianthe is a name of Greek origin.

How do you pronounce Ianthe?

Ianthe is pronounced eye-AN-thee.

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GirlGreek

Ianthe

eye-AN-thee

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

Peak Year

#9 in 1970

First Recorded

1914

Style

Mythological, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Ianthe is a Greek name meaning 'violet flower'. It is associated with beauty and delicacy.

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Ian Anthie

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Numerology

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Nicknames

Ian Anthie

Spelling Variations

Iantha

Similar Names

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Personality Traits

ArtisticDelicateElegant

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