Pellagia
p(e)-lla-gia
Origin:Greek
Meaning:The sea, marine
Pellagia is a feminine name and a Latinized form of the Greek title Pelagios. More commonly spelled as Pelagia, this beautiful moniker means "the sea" or “marine.” It is associated with several early saints and is the feminine form of Pelagius. In more recent times, Pelagia was also the name of Louis de Bernières' heroine in his epic war and romance novel Captain Corelli's Mandolin. This timeless name, with its sea-inspired symbolism and literary heritage, is a winning choice for romantics and water babies alike!
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Behind the Name, Pelagia, April 2024
Behind the Name, Pelagius, October 2024
Name Doctor, Pelagia
Britannica, Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, novel by de Bernières, November 2024
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