Perdita
per-DEE-tuh
Perdita is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “From the Latin 'perditus', meaning 'lost'. It gained popularity from Shakespeare's play 'The Winter's Tale'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1955.
What Perdita Means
“From the Latin 'perditus', meaning 'lost'. It gained popularity from Shakespeare's play 'The Winter's Tale'.”
The Story of Perdita
Imagine a name born from Shakespearean drama, yet signifying resilience found in being lost.
Perdita, a name with a poignant origin, derives from the Latin 'perditus,' meaning 'lost.' Its rise to prominence is thanks to William Shakespeare, who bestowed it upon a princess separated from her family in 'The Winter's Tale.'
For your daughter, Perdita suggests a spirit that can navigate even the most bewildering circumstances and emerge stronger. You see a child who, though perhaps feeling adrift at times, will always find her way back to joy and purpose.
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Famous Namesakes
Perdita
Character in Shakespeare's 'The Winter's Tale', a lost princess.
Perdita Weeks
British actress known for 'The Tudors' and 'Magnum P.I.'.
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Peak Year
#8 in 1955
Total Births
31
First Recorded
1954
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