What origin is the name Arethusa?

Arethusa comes from greek naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

Is Arethusa a popular name?

Arethusa is very rare in official US birth records — fewer than 5 babies of this gender were given the name in any year we checked.

What are good brother names for Arethusa?

Names from the same greek tradition pair naturally with Arethusa — for example Alexander, Christopher, Lucas. You can browse more on our greek names page.

Arethusa

Q: Is Arethusa a rare name?

Yes. Arethusa does not appear in US Social Security birth records, which list every name given to at least 5 babies, so it is rare in the US.

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Arethusa

Arethusa

Girl

greek

4 syllables

Arethusa is a greek girl's name meaning "In Greek mythology, this name belonged to a nymph who was transformed into a fountain. It is associated with fresh water and nature spirits.".

The meaning of Arethusa is "In Greek mythology, this name belonged to a nymph who was transformed into a fountain. It is associated with fresh water and nature spirits." — a girl name of greek origin. At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 4 syllables.

Origin: greek
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 4

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Meaning

In Greek mythology, this name belonged to a nymph who was transformed into a fountain. It is associated with fresh water and nature spirits.

Popularity

Very rare in US records (source: US Social Security Administration birth records (best rank 2008–2017))

Quick answers about Arethusa

Very rare in US records

What does Arethusa mean?

Arethusa is a girl name of greek origin meaning "In Greek mythology, this name belonged to a nymph who was transformed into a fountain. It is associated with fresh water and nature spirits.".