JOCASTA
The meaning of the girl name Jocasta is MYTH NAME (A QUEEN OF THEBES) .
Details on JOCASTA:
- Gender:
- Girl
- Meaning(s):
- Myth name (a queen of thebes)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 18,340th in the USA (bottom 50%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
5 births
JOCASTA as a GIRL in 1979
The meaning(s) of JOCASTA:
The name Jocasta is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Jocasta is: Shining moon. Jocasta was the mother and wife of Oedipus; once Oedipus and Jocasta learned that their marriage was incestuous, Oedipus blinded himself and Jocasta committed suicide.
USA birth(s) for JOCASTA by year:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name JOCASTA
JOCASTA as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 births |
| 1956 | 5 births |
About the name JOCASTA
Jocasta, a name steeped in rich history and myth, traces its roots back to ancient Greece, where it means "shining" or "gleaming." This resonant name is famously associated with Jocasta, the mother and wife of Oedipus in Sophocles' tragic tale, embodying both the complexities of motherhood and the weight of fate. Symbolically, Jocasta represents the duality of light and shadow—beauty intertwined with tragedy, strength paired with vulnerability. While its classical origins lend it a timeless elegance, the name has also found favor in contemporary cultures, echoing through regions such as Southern Europe, particularly in Greece and Italy, where the echoes of antiquity continue to speak to the heart. In modern times, Jocasta has emerged as a unique choice for parents seeking a name that carries both depth and a hint of the poetic, making it a beautiful and meaningful option for a child destined to shine in their own right.
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