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Calanthe
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Pronounced kuh-LAN-thee /kəˈlæn.θi/Medium
Meaning: Beautiful flowerHigh
In 30 seconds: A graceful Greek name meaning 'beautiful flower', shared with the elegant Calanthe orchid.
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Origin HighGreek
MeaningBeautiful flower
U.S. rank (1921)#5224
1921 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1921
Total births (all-time)≈ 5
History & Origin
Calanthe joins Greek kalos, 'beautiful', with anthos, 'flower' — literally 'beautiful flower'. It is also the botanical name of a genus of orchids.
Rare as a given name, Calanthe has a delicate, classical sound; the final syllable is spoken '-thee'.
Did you know? Calanthe orchids made horticultural history: in 1856 a Calanthe became the first tropical orchid ever artificially hybridized.
Overall data confidence 85%
Behind the Name — Calanthe — etymology
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Nicknames
CalaLanthe
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Calanthe mean?
Calanthe is of Greek origin and means 'beautiful flower'.
How do you pronounce Calanthe?
It's said kuh-LAN-thee /kəˈlæn.θi/.
Is Calanthe a boy or girl name?
Calanthe is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Calanthe?
Calanthe is a very rare name in the U.S..