Phronie
Greek · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Phronie
Phronie is a shortened form of Sophronia, derived from the Greek word "sophrosyne" (σωφροσύνη), meaning wisdom, prudence, or self-control.
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Etymology
Phronie is a shortened form of Sophronia, derived from the Greek word "sophrosyne" (σωφροσύνη), meaning wisdom, prudence, or self-control. The name has Greek linguistic roots and was used in ancient Greece and later adopted by early Christian communities, particularly in the Eastern Orthodox tradition.
Phronie currently ranks #1,744 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1897.
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