The nameEurydice
Eurydice is a girl's name from Greek mythology.
- Girl's name
- Greek
Meaning
From the Greek eurys, "wide", and dike, "justice".
Origin
Greek.
History
In myth Eurydice is the wife of Orpheus, who goes down to the underworld to bring her back; in France the name has been given since 1969.
Popularity of the name Eurydice
Eurydice in France
5737thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
1999peak year (25 births)
615babies named Eurydice in France since 1900
Eurydice was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 160 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Eurydice. Its rise began around 1969, and it peaked in 1999. Half of all babies named Eurydice in France were born before 1999.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Eurydice mean?
From the Greek eurys, "wide", and dike, "justice".
What is the origin of the name Eurydice?
Greek.
Is Eurydice a girl's or a boy's name?
Eurydice is a girl's name.