Peitho

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Peitho was the Greek goddess of persuasion and seduction.
Scripts(How to write)
Πείθω
Πειθώ(Ancient Greek)
Popularity
Peitho is not a commonly used name in the world.

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Cartoon of Peitho

Peitho Name meanings & History

Peitho was the Greek goddess of persuasion and seduction. Derived from the Greek verb πείθω (peitho) meaning "to persuade, to convince" as well as "to obey, to yield to" and "to believe, to trust (in)".In Greek mythology, this was the name of the daimon (spirit) of persuasion, seduction and charming speech. In a more forceful incarnation, she could also symbolize forced inducement, rape and bridal abduction. She was a companion of Aphrodite and her symbols were a white dove and a ball of binding twine. Peitho is a unique and uncommon name with a strong historical and mythological background. It would be a great choice for parents who are looking for a name that is both meaningful and uncommon.

Zodiac Sign of Peitho: Pretty Taurus,Pensive Libra

Synonyms of Peitho:

P: Passive,Political,Pensive,Partnership,Particular

E: Entertain,Exaggerate,Enliven,Enlighten,Environment,Expressive

I: Involved,Intimate,Indulgence

T: Tacky,Touchy,Doubting Thomas,Testy,Truth,Tireless,Talkative

H: Hyper,Haggle,Hobnobbing,Hope,Heart's Desire

O: Ostentatious,Obsessive,Organized,Obsolete,Obstinate

Peitho is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Devious name
  • a Informal name
  • a Strange name
  • a Upper Class name

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