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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Thorn, spine
- Origin
- Greek
- Pronunciation
- ah-KAN-thuh
Acantha is a Greek name meaning "thorn" or "spine." It is pronounced ah-KAN-thuh, with the stress on the second syllable. If you want a name with a clear Greek root and a sharp, vivid meaning, Acantha fits.
Meaning & Origin of Acantha
Meaning: Thorn, spine.
Origin: Greek.
How to Pronounce Acantha
ah-KAN-thuhIPA /əˈkænθə/
Popularity of Acantha
Acantha does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Acantha mean?
Thorn, spine.
How do you pronounce Acantha?
Acantha is pronounced ah-KAN-thuh (IPA: /əˈkænθə/).
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