What origin is the name Circe?

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

Is Circe a popular name?

Circe 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 Circe?

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

Circe

Q: Is Circe a rare name?

Yes. Circe 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 Circe

Circe

Girl

greek

2 syllables

Circe is a greek girl's name meaning "In Greek mythology, this name belonged to a powerful witch-goddess and enchantress known for her seductive nature and magic.".

Parents who choose Circe pick a girl name from the greek tradition, meaning "In Greek mythology, this name belonged to a powerful witch-goddess and enchantress known for her seductive nature and magic.". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: greek
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Meaning

In Greek mythology, this name belonged to a powerful witch-goddess and enchantress known for her seductive nature and magic.

Popularity

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

Quick answers about Circe

Very rare in US records

What does Circe mean?

Circe is a girl name of greek origin meaning "In Greek mythology, this name belonged to a powerful witch-goddess and enchantress known for her seductive nature and magic.".