Thisbe - girls name

Thisbe name popularity, meaning and origin

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Thisbe name meaning:

The name Thisbe holds a rich tapestry of cultural and literary significance, most famously known from the ancient Greek myth of "Pyramus and Thisbe." In this tragic love story, which predates and likely inspired Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," Thisbe is a beautiful young woman whose love affair with her neighbor Pyramus ends in mutual suicide after a series of misunderstandings. Thus, the name Thisbe has come to be synonymous with tragic love, youthful passion, and the lengths to which one might go for their beloved.

Beyond its mythological origins, the name Thisbe carries with it a sense of classic elegance and rarity. It is not a common name, giving it a unique charm. The sound of the name, with its soft consonants and ending vowel, lends it a lyrical quality. Thisbe might thus appeal to parents looking for a name with a strong historical background, a rich story, and a melodious sound. Its uniqueness and narrative depth make it a compelling choice for a girl's name, evoking both beauty and tragedy, love and loss.

Origin: Greek

Lover of Pyramus.

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Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 5581 out of 5581

3 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    -5581
  • 5yrs

    -5581
  • 1yr

    -5581

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

Historical popularity of Thisbe

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