Faedra
Greek · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Faedra
The name 'Faedra' is a variant of 'Phaedra', derived from the Greek *phaidros* (φαιδρός) meaning "bright" or "radiant." It is primarily used in Western cultures, notably in Greek mythology as the daughter of Minos and wife of Theseus, and later adopted in English-speaking and Christian contexts through classical literature.
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Etymology
The name 'Faedra' is a variant of 'Phaedra', derived from the Greek *phaidros* (φαιδρός) meaning "bright" or "radiant." It is primarily used in Western cultures, notably in Greek mythology as the daughter of Minos and wife of Theseus, and later adopted in English-speaking and Christian contexts through classical literature.
Faedra currently ranks #16,097 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1969.
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