Persephone

Meaning destroyer of light
Origin Greek
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 10
Syllables 4
Syllabification Per-se-pho-ne

About Persephone

Persephone is a beautiful and evocative name for a baby girl. With its Greek origins, it carries a rich mythological history and a profound meaning. Derived from the word "pertho," Persephone embodies the concept of both creation and destruction. In Greek mythology, she was the daughter of Zeus and Demeter, and her abduction by Hades resulted in her becoming the queen of the Underworld, as well as the bringer of the changing seasons.

Persephone's name variations, such as Proserpina and Persefoni, highlight the cultural diversity and adaptability of this name. Similar names like Demeter, Athena, Aphrodite, and Artemis resonate with ancient Greek mythology, creating a cohesive theme for siblings or a connection to a larger narrative.

The name Persephone has also made its mark in the realms of both real and fictional individuals. From notable actresses and artists to fictional characters in popular books, Persephone continues to captivate the imagination.

Choosing Persephone for your baby girl can bestow upon her a name that is not only unique and enchanting but also carries a sense of strength, resilience, and the power to navigate both the light and dark aspects of life.

Variations of Name Persephone

Proserpina
Persefoni
Perséfone

Nicknames for Persephone

Percy
Seph
Persie
Effie
Sephy

Famous People Named Persephone

Persephone BrahamAmerican actress
Persephone BooksIndependent publisher based in London
Persephone MielAmerican journalist and researcher
Persephone Swales-DawsonBritish actress
Persephone van WelDutch singer
Persephone WynnAmerican artist and illustrator

Characters Named Persephone

Persephone "Percy" JacksonFrom the "Percy Jackson & the Olympians" series by Rick Riordan
Persephone TateFrom the book "The Girls in the Garden" by Lisa Jewell
Persephone AlcmediFrom the "Persephone Alcmedi" series by Linda Robertson
Persephone HazardFrom the book "The Glass Books of the Dream Eaters" by G.W. Dahlquist
Persephone PriceFrom the "InCryptid" series by Seanan McGuire
Persephone RaeFrom the book "The Lake House" by Kate Morton