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Elektra
Pronounced ee-LEK-trah /iหlษk.trษ/Medium
Meaning: From Greek elektron, 'amber; shining, radiant, gleaming' (the source of the word 'electric')Medium
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History & Origin
Elektra is the Greek K-spelling of Electra โ from Greek elektron, 'amber; shining, gleaming, radiant' (amber's static charge gave us the word 'electric'). In Greek tragedy, Electra was the fierce daughter of Agamemnon. A bold, lyrical, dramatic name (said 'ee-LEK-trah'; nickname Ellie).
In the U.S. it appears in Greek and literary families. Rare, amber-and-shining at the root, and dramatic.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Elektra mean?
Elektra is the Greek Electra โ 'amber; shining, radiant'.
How do you pronounce Elektra?
It's said ee-LEK-trah /iหlษk.trษ/ โ three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Elektra a boy or girl name?
Elektra is a girl's name.
How popular is Elektra?
Elektra is a rare name in the U.S.