Origin:Greek
Meaning:From Mount Olympus
Olympe is a Greek name for girls meaning “from Mount Olympus.” Located on the border between Thessaly and Macedonia, this mountain is believed to be the home of the Greek gods as per their mythology. Therefore, naming baby Olympe can be a heartfelt appreciation for the blessing that your little one is! French playwright and political activist Olympe de Gouges is one of the moniker’s most famous bearers. She is best known for her writings on women’s rights and abolitionism, namely the Declaration of the Rights of Woman and of the Female Citizen. So, if you’d want to nurture the feminist in your child, you can take after the greats.

Famous People Named Olympe

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  • Olympe de Gouges
    Playwright
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