Eleuthere
Greek · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Eleuthere
Eleuthere derives from the Greek word "eleutheros" (ἐλεύθερος), meaning "free" or "liberated." The name carries the philosophical and political significance of freedom, a concept central to ancient Greek thought.
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Etymology
Eleuthere derives from the Greek word "eleutheros" (ἐλεύθερος), meaning "free" or "liberated." The name carries the philosophical and political significance of freedom, a concept central to ancient Greek thought.
The name is primarily used in Christian cultures, particularly among Greek and French-speaking communities, with notable historical bearers including early Christian martyrs and saints venerated in Eastern Orthodox and Catholic traditions.
Eleuthere currently ranks #1,462 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1960.
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