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Xanthe

ksan.tʰɛ̌ː
Overview

Gender

feminine

Origin

Categories

asteroids
blonde
colors
Greek mythology
hair
mythology
pale
voice actors
yellow

Writing Systems

ΞάνθηAncient Greek
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
83/100
classic80%
formal80%
upper class140%
natural65%
wholesome65%
strong65%
refined140%
strange160%
complex100%
serious100%

Meaning & Etymology

The name Xanthe is derived from the Greek word ξανθός (xanthos), which means 'yellow, blond, or fair-haired.' It is a name with deep roots in Greek mythology, often associated with figures known for their fair hair. In mythology, Xanthe was one of the Oceanids, sea nymphs who were daughters of Oceanus and Tethys. The name also appears in other mythological contexts, such as being the name of an Amazon and sometimes the wife of Asclepius. The name has maintained its connection to its original mea...

Etymology

Original Form:

ξανθός (xanthos)

Evolution:

The name Xanthe has retained its original Greek form and meaning over centuries, with minimal linguistic evolution. It has been adopted into various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countrie...

Source:

Greek mythology and linguistic studies

Related Names

xanthos

Root

Xanthos

Masculine Forms

Xanthus

Masculine Forms

Xanthos

Masculine Forms

Xanthia

Other Languages & Cultures

Xanthi

Other Languages & Cultures

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