Electra
Electra: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈlɛktɹə/
Meaning and origin of Electra
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Ἠλέκτρα (Ēléktra), from ἤλεκτρον (ḗlektron, “amber”), related to ἠλέκτωρ (ēléktōr, “shining sun”).
How popular is Electra?
Since 1880, 1,147 girls in the U.S. have been named Electra. Its highest rank for girls was #2215 in 1910. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Electra
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Electra FAQ
What does the name Electra mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Ἠλέκτρα (Ēléktra), from ἤλεκτρον (ḗlektron, “amber”), related to ἠλέκτωρ (ēléktōr, “shining sun”).
What is the origin of the name Electra?
Electra is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Electra?
Since 1880, 1,147 girls in the U.S. have been named Electra. Its highest rank for girls was #2215 in 1910. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Electra a boy or girl name?
Electra is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,147 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.