The baby name Thisbe is a girl name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "THIZ-bee".
Thisbe is Greek in Origin.
Thisbe is a feminine name of Greek origin, meaning "doe" or "gazelle". In Greek mythology, Thisbe was a young woman who fell in love with Pyramus, but their love was forbidden by their families. They communicated through a crack in the wall between their houses and planned to meet under a mulberry tree. However, when Thisbe arrived, she found a lioness with a bloody mouth and fled, leaving behind her veil. Pyramus later found the veil and, believing Thisbe was dead, killed himself. When Thisbe returned and found Pyramus dead, she also killed herself. The story of Thisbe and Pyramus is often seen as a tragic tale of forbidden love.
The pronunciation of Thisbe is THIZ-bee. The name is primarily used for girls and is not very common. It has been used in literature, including in Shakespeare's play "A Midsummer Night's Dream" where it is the name of one of the characters. The name has also been used in popular culture, such as in the book and movie "The Fault in Our Stars" where it is the name of a character's favorite book.
The name Thisbe is composed of two Greek words: "thi" meaning "wild" or "gazelle" and "sbe" meaning "to live". The name has been used since ancient times and has a rich history in Greek mythology. It is a unique and beautiful name that is not commonly used, making it a good choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their daughter.