Phaedra Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationFAY-dra / /ˈfeɪdrə/Greek
Meaning
bright; shining
Historical & Cultural Background
Phaedra is a name of Greek origin, derived from the mythological figure Phaedra, who was the daughter of King Minos of Crete. In Greek mythology, she is known for her tragic love story involving Hippolytus. The name has been used in various literary works, including plays by Euripides and Seneca. Phaedra has been a symbol of complex emotions and moral dilemmas in literature.
Trend Summary
Phaedra has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Phaidra
International Variants
- Fedra (Spanish)
- Phaedre (French)
Famous people named Phaedra
Phaedra Parks is an American television personality and attorney known for her role on 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta.'.
Phaedra Boinodiris is a notable American game designer recognized for her work in the video game industry.
Fictional characters named Phaedra
Phaedra appears in the play 'Hippolytus' by Euripides, where she is portrayed as a tragic figure caught in a web of love and betrayal.
Phaedra is a character in 'Phaedra' by Racine, where her story explores themes of passion and despair.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Phaedra was first seen in the United States in 1963. Phaedra has ranked as high as #1026 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Pennsylvania, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Phaedra has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Phaedra (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 70 |
| 1964 | 29 |
| 1965 | 32 |
| 1966 | 22 |
| 1967 | 21 |
| 1968 | 57 |
| 1969 | 54 |
| 1970 | 69 |
| 1971 | 96 |
| 1972 | 78 |
| 1973 | 54 |
| 1974 | 68 |
| 1975 | 52 |
| 1976 | 48 |
| 1977 | 54 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1979 | 36 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 27 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 20 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 29 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 37 |
| 2013 | 34 |
| 2014 | 38 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 31 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 20 |