Phaedra Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History
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The meaning of the name "phaedra" is "bright, shining", and is used often for "primarily used for girls".
Phaedra Name Details
Phaedra is derived from the Greek word 'phaidros', which means 'bright' or 'shining'. In Greek mythology, Phaedra was the daughter of King Minos of Crete and the wife of Theseus. She is known for her tragic love story with her stepson, Hippolytus. The name Phaedra gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 17th century and has remained in use ever since.
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