Phedra
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Phedra is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A feminine name of Greek origin, derived from 'Pheidos', meaning 'light' or 'bright'. It suggests illumination and wisdom.”, and peaked in popularity in 1969.
What Phedra Means
“A feminine name of Greek origin, derived from 'Pheidos', meaning 'light' or 'bright'. It suggests illumination and wisdom.”
The Story of Phedra
This name, a beacon of light from ancient Greece, promises wisdom and a luminous, perceptive spirit.
Phedra is a feminine name of Greek origin, derived from 'pheidos,' meaning 'light' or 'bright.' It evokes a sense of illumination and profound understanding, a name steeped in classical thought.
For your daughter, Phedra, you anticipate a mind that shines with intelligence and a spirit that radiates wisdom. She will possess a noble presence, her perceptive nature illuminating the truth and beauty in the world around her.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Phaedra
Figure in Greek mythology, wife of Theseus.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 1969
Total Births
47
First Recorded
1969
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