Nephele
Greek · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Nephele
Nephele comes from the ancient Greek word "nephele" (νεφέλη), meaning "cloud." The name is rooted in Greek mythology and has been used in English-speaking and European cultures since the classical period, most notably borne by the Oceanid goddess of clouds in Greek mythology and the mother of Phrixus and Helle in Homer's works.
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Etymology
Nephele comes from the ancient Greek word "nephele" (νεφέλη), meaning "cloud." The name is rooted in Greek mythology and has been used in English-speaking and European cultures since the classical period, most notably borne by the Oceanid goddess of clouds in Greek mythology and the mother of Phrixus and Helle in Homer's works.
Nephele currently ranks #12,816 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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