Ianthe
Ianthe first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1970, when 9 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ianthe popular?
Declining Ianthe is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1970 peak.
| 2010s | 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | |
| 1970s | 15 | |
| 1950s | 5 | |
| 1940s | 5 | |
| 1920s | 5 | |
| 1910s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ianthe mean?
From Greek 'ion' (violet) + 'anthos' (flower), giving 'violet flower'. Borne by a figure in Greek mythology (an Oceanid) and used by Lord Byron. A minority of sources offer alternative roots, but 'violet flower' is the standard etymology.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ianthe mean?
Ianthe means Violet flower. From Greek 'ion' (violet) + 'anthos' (flower), giving 'violet flower'. Borne by a figure in Greek mythology (an Oceanid) and used by Lord Byron. A minority of sources offer alternative roots, but 'violet flower' is the standard etymology.
What is the origin of the name Ianthe?
Ianthe is of greek origin.
How do you pronounce Ianthe?
Ianthe is pronounced “eye-AN-thee.”
Is Ianthe a boy or a girl name?
Ianthe is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Ianthe a popular name right now?
Ianthe is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1970 peak.
When was the name Ianthe most popular?
Ianthe was most popular in 1970, when about 9 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Ianthe?
Names similar to Ianthe include Nerida, Elpida, Agape, Chryssa, Eirini.
What names go well with Ianthe?
greek names that pair well with Ianthe include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.