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GirlPronounced Classical Greek /ksan.tʰɛ̌ː/

Xanthe

A name meaning "yellow, blond, fair-haired".

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Xanthe is a girl name meaning "yellow, blond, fair-haired".

Pronunciation: Classical Greek /ksan.tʰɛ̌ː/.

GenderGirl
Meaningyellow, blond, fair-haired
PronunciationClassical Greek /ksan.tʰɛ̌ː/

Meaning and history

This name is derived from Greek ξανθός ( xanthos ) meaning "yellow, blond, fair-haired". This was the name of a few minor figures in Greek mythology.

Notes and context

Usage: greek mythology, ancient greek | Ancient Greek: Ξάνθη