Jocasta
joh-KAS-tuh
Jocasta is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “From Greek, meaning 'shining moon'. It's associated with a figure from Greek mythology.”, and peaked in popularity in 1956.
What Jocasta Means
“From Greek, meaning 'shining moon'. It's associated with a figure from Greek mythology.”
The Story of Jocasta
Imagine a name whispered by ancient Greeks, connected to both the moon and the stars of a tragic fate.
Jocasta is a name deeply rooted in Greek myth, famously belonging to the queen of Thebes. It carries the echo of ancient dramatic storytelling, a name that has surfaced rarely in recorded history, surfacing first in the mid-20th century.
This name evokes the quiet radiance of the moon, a soft light against the darkness. You sense a daughter named Jocasta will possess a deep inner knowing, a mystery that draws others in with her intelligence and passion.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Jocasta
Mother/Wife of Oedipus in Greek tragedy
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 1956
Total Births
10
First Recorded
1956
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