Iphigenia
i-phige-nia,
iph(i)-genia
Origin:Greek
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:Strong-born
"Iphigenia is a feminine name with Greek roots to match baby’s mystical spirit. A Latinized form of Iphigeneia, Iphigenia means ""strong-born"" and will always remind your little one to carry themselves with an air of unbreakable confidence. If you want your kiddo to share your love for Greek mythology, the name also has connections to Iphigenia, the Mycenaean princess. Her father, King Agamemnon, reluctantly agreed to sacrifice her to appease the goddess Artemis, whom he had disgraced by killing a sacred deer. At the last moment, Artemis spared Iphigenia's life and had her nymphs deliver a stag for sacrifice instead. If you want to help your child see beauty in all stories, both happy and macabre, the name Iphigenia will make for some long-lasting inspiration."
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Behind the Name, Iphigenia, January 2022
Behind the Name, Iphigeneia, January 2022
Name Doctor, Iphigenia
World History Encyclopedia, Iphigenia in Aulis, December 2018
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