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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Iphagenia

Daughter of a god

Pronunciation: /ɪfəˈdʒɛniə/, /ɪˈfædʒənɪə/ (ɪˈpæɡəniə)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 50
Meaning
Daughter of a god
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
11
Lucky Day
Tuesday
Lucky Stone
Ruby
Life Path
6
Popularity Score
50
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: GoldPurple

What does Iphagenia mean?

In Greek mythology, Iphagenia is the daughter of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra. She was offered as a sacrifice to Artemis to prevent the Greeks from being destroyed by the goddess' wrath. Iphagenia was saved by Artemis, who replaced her with a deer on the altar. Later, Iphagenia married Achilles, becoming the mother of Neoptolemus.

Iphagenia in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
עפגניה
φοβερός θεός
Greek
Ιφαγένεια
Αυτοδίδακτος Θεός
Latin
Ipageneia
Ipageneia
English
Iphagenia
Iphagenia

How to pronounce Iphagenia

English pronunciation
/ɪfəˈdʒɛniə/, /ɪˈfædʒənɪə/
Biblical pronunciation
IP-ah-geh-nee-ah, ip-ah-gay-NEE-ah
IPA notation
ɪˈpæɡəniə

Numerology & personality

Those with the life path number 6 are nurturing, caring, and have a strong desire to help others. They are often self-sacrificing and seek to be of service to the world.

Associated Traits
LoyalFaithfulBraveC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbol of divine intervention and protection

Iphagenia is a symbol of divine intervention and sacrifice in Greek mythology. Her story has been retold through various art forms, including poetry, drama, and visual arts.

Popularity of Iphagenia by region

Region Country Score Year
Italy IT 67 2024
Spain ES 58 2024

Spelling variations of Iphagenia

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Names similar to Iphagenia

Frequently asked questions about Iphagenia

What does Iphagenia mean?
Iphagenia is a Greek Christian name that means 'daughter of a god'. In Greek mythology, Iphagenia was the daughter of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra.
Is Iphagenia a Christianity name?
Yes, Iphagenia is a Greek Christian name.
How to pronounce Iphagenia?
Ee-fah-jee-nee-ah
Is Iphagenia popular today?
Iphagenia is not a commonly used name today.
What is the origin of Iphagenia?
Iphagenia is a Greek name that originated in Greek mythology.