Tryphena
t-ryphe-na,
tr(y)-phena
US Popularity:11480
Origin:Greek
Other Origin(s):Roman
Meaning:Softness, daintiness, delicacy
Grecophiles searching for an enchanting and rare Greek name will love Tryphena. A feminine title steeped in ancient origins, Tryphena means “softness,” “daintiness,” and “delicacy.” Tryphena comes from the Greek words trýphon and tryphe and has stood the test of time as a unique and beautiful name. Saint Tryphon of Campsada bore the masculine form of this moniker, a third-century Christian saint still celebrated today. In the Bible, Tryphena appears in Romans 16:12, in one of Saint Paul's epistles. With a name so rich in faith and antiquity, baby Tryphena will always know how precious they are.
How Popular Is The Name Tryphena?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2016
#18652
in 2016
- 5669
from 2014
Sources
Behind the Name, Tryphena, May 2020
Name Doctor, Tryphena
WordSense Dictionary, Tryphena
BibleGateway, Romans 16:12 New International Version
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