What Does the Name Persephone Mean
The name Persephone comes from Greek Mythology roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Persephone below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Persephone Name Meaning
Greek MythologyMeaning unknown, probably of Pre-Greek origin, but perhaps related to Greek περθω (pertho) "to destroy" and φονη (phone) "murder". In Greek myth she was the daughter of Demeter and Zeus. She was...
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