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Phaedra Name Meaning

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  • Meaning:One who is bright, entertaining and passionate
  • Gender:Girl
  • Religion:Judaism
  • Origin:Greek

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The name Phaedra is of Greek origin and it comes from the Greek word "phaidros" which means "bright" or "shining".

In Greek mythology, Phaedra was the daughter of King Minos of Crete and Pasiphae. She was married to Theseus, the legendary hero of Athens, but she fell in love with her stepson Hippolytus. Phaedra's story has been a popular theme in literature and theater throughout the ages.

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