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GirlPronounced English /ˈɛ.koʊ/

Echo

A name meaning "echo, reflected sound".

Quick answer

Echo is a girl name meaning "echo, reflected sound".

Pronunciation: English /ˈɛ.koʊ/.

GenderGirl
Meaningecho, reflected sound
PronunciationEnglish /ˈɛ.koʊ/

Meaning and history

This name comes from the Greek word ἠχώ (echo) meaning "echo, reflected sound", related to ἠχή (eche) meaning "sound". In Greek mythology Echo was a nymph given a speech impediment by Hera, so that she could only repeat what others said. She fell in love with Narcissus, but her love was not returned, and she pined away until nothing remained of her except her voice.

Notes and context

Usage: greek mythology | Ancient Greek: Ἠχώ