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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Amber, shining
- Origin
- Ancient Greek
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ih-LEK-trah
Electra is a girl's name of Ancient Greek origin, pronounced ih-LEK-trah, and it means "amber" or "shining." It has a romantic, storybook feel with a bold, worldly edge, the kind of name that stands out without being hard to say.
Meaning & Origin of Electra
Meaning: Amber, shining.
Origin: Ancient Greek.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Electra
ih-LEK-trahIPA /ɪˈlɛktrə/
Popularity of Electra
Electra is rare in the U.S.: in 2024 it ranked #9068, with 11 babies given the name. Its highest rank in the Social Security data, which starts in 1910, was #2215 that same year, 1910, when 6 babies were named Electra.
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FAQ
What does the name Electra mean?
Amber, shining. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Electra?
Electra is pronounced ih-LEK-trah (IPA: /ɪˈlɛktrə/).
Is Electra a popular name right now?
Electra peaked at #2215 in 1910 and is ranked #9068 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1910–2024.)
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