Persephone
Persephone: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /pəˈsɛfəni/ · /pɚˈsɛfəniː/
Meaning and origin of Persephone
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Περσεφόνη (Persephónē).
How popular is Persephone?
Since 1880, 4,960 girls in the U.S. have been named Persephone. Its highest rank for girls was #683 in 2022. In 2025 it ranked #735 for girls, with 372 babies given the name.
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Persephone FAQ
What does the name Persephone mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Περσεφόνη (Persephónē).
What is the origin of the name Persephone?
Persephone is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Persephone?
Since 1880, 4,960 girls in the U.S. have been named Persephone. Its highest rank for girls was #683 in 2022. In 2025 it ranked #735 for girls, with 372 babies given the name.
Is Persephone a boy or girl name?
Persephone is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,960 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.