Medea Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmeh-DEH-ah / mɛˈdeɪəGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: 'cunning'; Latin: 'to be wise'
Historical & Cultural Background
Medea is a figure from Greek mythology, known for her role in the story of Jason and the Argonauts. She is often depicted as a powerful sorceress and a tragic heroine. The name has been used in various literary works, including plays by Euripides and modern adaptations. Medea's story explores themes of love, betrayal, and revenge.
Trend Summary
The name Medea has seen limited popularity in the United States, often associated with literary and mythological references.
Similar Names
Variants
- Medeia
- Medie
International Variants
- Medea (Italian)
- Medeja (Slavic)
Famous people named Medea
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Fictional characters named Medea
Medea from Euripides' play 'Medea' is a central character known for her tragic story of love and revenge.
Medea in the animated series 'Jason and the Argonauts' is portrayed as a powerful sorceress aiding Jason.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Medea was first seen in the United States in 1961. Medea has ranked as high as #1064 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Medea has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Medea
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2008 | 7 |