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Ifigenia

Girl name · Mexican

Meaningstrong-born · Greek

Ifigenia is a Mexican girl name meaning “strong-born”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Hidden namesLook closely: Ifigenia has the name Nia hiding inside it.
  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Ifigenia would score 12 points, thanks largely to the F (worth 4).
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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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About the name Ifigenia

Ifigenia is a girl name of Mexican origin meaning “strong-born”. With 4 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Ifigenia at school.

Origin:Mexican names

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Questions about the name Ifigenia

What does the name Ifigenia mean?

Ifigenia means “strong-born” and comes from Greek. Names built around “strong” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Valentina (“strong, healthy”), Valerie (“strong, healthy”), Valeria (“strong, healthy”) and Brianna (“possibly noble, strong”).

What is the origin of the name Ifigenia?

Ifigenia is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Greek. Other Mexican names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Emma (“whole, universal”), Amelia (“work, industrious”) and Mia (“possibly beloved”).

Is Ifigenia a boy or girl name?

Ifigenia is a girl name.

What names are similar to Ifigenia?

If you like Ifigenia, you might also like Valentina, Valerie, Valeria and Brianna.

What should I know before naming my baby Ifigenia?

Ifigenia is a Mexican girl name meaning “strong-born”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.