Names Persefone

Persefone

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Persefone is derived from the Greek words ‘pertho’ meaning ‘to destroy’ and ‘phone’ meaning ‘murder’; thus the name has been translated to mean ‘bringer of death’. In Greek mythology, Persefone was the goddess of the underworld, and the daughter of Zeus and Demeter.
Popularity
The name Persefone is not very common in the world and is quite rare. However, it has been gaining popularity in recent years, especially in Greece where it is more commonly used.

cartoon of the name Persefone
Cartoon of Persefone

Persefone Name meanings & History

The name Persefone is derived from the Greek words ‘pertho’ meaning ‘to destroy’ and ‘phone’ meaning ‘murder’; thus the name has been translated to mean ‘bringer of death’. In Greek mythology, Persefone was the goddess of the underworld, and the daughter of Zeus and Demeter. Italian form of Persephone. The name Persefone is commonly used as a given name or first name for female babies.

Zodiac Sign of Persefone: Pretty Taurus,Pensive Libra

Synonyms of Persefone:

P: Particular,Partnership,Political,Pensive,Passive

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

R: Restless,Resourceful,Rational,Reason

S: Solidity,Sex,Social Standing,Success,Security,Status,Sensuality

F: Festive,Fiery,Friendly,Fun-loving

O: Ostentatious,Obsolete,Obsessive,Obstinate,Organized

N: Nice,Nitpicking,Neat,Nervous,Nagging,Neurosis,Nutrition

Persefone is:

  • a Boring name
  • a Complex name
  • a Devious name
  • a Unintellectual name
  • a Upper Class name

Famous People

Although the name Persefone is not a very common name, there are some notable people who bear this name. These include Persefone Rojales, a Spanish artist, and Persefone Ribeiro, a Brazilian soccer player.