Efigenia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeh-FIH-jen-ee-ah / ɛfɪˈdʒɛniəGreek; Spanish
Meaning
Greek: 'well-spoken'; Spanish: 'elegant'
Historical & Cultural Background
Efigenia is derived from the Greek name Iphigenia, which appears in Greek mythology as the daughter of Agamemnon. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries. It has historical significance in literature and drama, often associated with themes of sacrifice and nobility.
Similar Names
Variants
- Efigenia
- Ifigenia
International Variants
- Iphigenia (Greek)
- Efigénia (Spanish)
Famous people named Efigenia
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Efigenia was first seen in the United States in 1924. Efigenia has ranked as high as #911 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Efigenia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Efigenia
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1924 | 5 |
1980 | 5 |