Nereida
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Nereida
Nereida derives from the Greek "Nereis," meaning "of the sea" or "sea nymph," referring to the Nereids, mythological sea goddesses in Greek mythology.
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Etymology
Nereida derives from the Greek "Nereis," meaning "of the sea" or "sea nymph," referring to the Nereids, mythological sea goddesses in Greek mythology. The name is primarily used in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking Catholic cultures, with historical roots in Mediterranean regions influenced by classical mythology and Christian tradition.
Nereida currently ranks #10,865 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1981.
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