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Rhapsody

RAF-uh-dee

Rhapsody is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Originating from Greek, 'rhapsōidia' means 'recitation of epic poems.' It refers to an effusive or ecstatic expression of feeling, often in music or literature.”, and peaked in popularity in 1979.

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginGreek

What Rhapsody Means

Originating from Greek, 'rhapsōidia' means 'recitation of epic poems.' It refers to an effusive or ecstatic expression of feeling, often in music or literature.

The Story of Rhapsody

What if a name could capture the soaring heights of human emotion, an ode to passion for your daughter?

From the Greek 'rhapsōidia,' meaning 'recitation of epic poems,' Rhapsody is an effusive expression of feeling, often in music or literature. It first appeared in naming traditions in the late 1970s, a vibrant sound embraced briefly.

For your daughter, Rhapsody suggests a life lived with intense passion and artistic fervor. You imagine her expressing herself with unbridled enthusiasm, her spirit a vibrant, ever-changing melody that enchants the world.

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Personality Traits

ExpressivePassionateArtisticEnthusiastic

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Peak Year

#8 in 1979

Total Births

117

First Recorded

1977

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