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Parthena is a female first name of Greek origin (Greek: Παρθένα, Parthéna) and translates to 'the virgin'. An alternative form of this name is Parthenia.
What does the name Parthena mean?
The name Parthena carries the meaning 'the virgin', derived from the ancient Greek word parthénos (παρθένος). A variant of the name is Parthenia.
Where does the name Parthena come from?
Parthena is a female first name with ancient Greek roots, meaning 'the virgin'. The word roots come from the ancient Greek term parthénos (παρθένος), which means virgin. The language is Greek.
When is the name day of Parthena?
The name day for Parthena is celebrated on February 7.
Popularity
In Germany, Parthena is a rather rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,220th in the list of the most popular female first names. The best ranking was achieved in 2010 with 2,348th place. In the last ten years, Parthena has been given as a first name approximately 20 times, placing it 7,036th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,884th.
Nicknames & pet names
Nena / Parthenoppi / Theni / Thenia
Famous people
- Parthena Nikolaidou (basketball player from Greece)
Frequently asked questions about the name Parthena
What does the name Parthena mean?
The name Parthena means 'the virgin' and is derived from the ancient Greek word parthénos (παρθένος).
Where does the name Parthena come from?
Parthena is a female first name with ancient Greek origins, rooted in the Greek language.
How popular is the name Parthena?
The popularity of the name Parthena varies, but it is less common in certain cultural contexts and regions.