The baby name Despina is a girl name, 3 syllables long and is pronounced "des-PEE-nuh".
Despina is a Greek name that means "lady" or "mistress". It is a popular name in Greece and Cyprus, and is often given to girls born on the feast day of the Virgin Mary. The name has a long history, dating back to ancient Greece, where it was used as a title for goddesses and female rulers. In modern times, Despina is a common name for girls in Greece and Cyprus, and is often shortened to "Desi" or "Dessy".
The name Despina is typically given to girls, although it can also be used as a surname. It is pronounced "des-PEE-nah" in English, with the emphasis on the second syllable. The name is derived from the Greek word "despoina", which means "lady" or "mistress". It is often associated with the Virgin Mary, who is known as "Despina" in Greek Orthodox tradition.
The name Despina is of Greek origin, and is composed of two parts: "des" meaning "lord" or "master", and "pina" meaning "lady" or "mistress". The name has been used in Greek mythology and literature, and is associated with powerful female figures such as the goddess Demeter and the queen Despina of Epirus. Today, the name is still popular in Greece and Cyprus, and is often given to girls as a symbol of strength and independence.
Despina has the following similar or variant Names
- Despoina |
- Despina |
- Despoini |
- Despoino |
- Despena |
- Despenia |
- Despeni |
- Despeno