What Does the Name Phaedra Mean

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Phaedra Name Meaning

Greek Mythology (Latinized)From the Greek Φαιδρα (Phaidra), derived from φαιδρος (phaidros) meaning "bright". Phaedra was the daughter of Minos and the wife of Theseus in Greek mythology. Aphrodite caused her to fall...

Origin: Greek MythologyGender: Girl
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