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Pandora

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Pronounced pan-DOR-ah /pænˈdɔr.ɑ/High

Meaning: From Greek pan, 'all', plus doron, 'gift' — 'all-gifted', the first woman of Greek mythHigh

In 30 seconds: Every gift the gods could give: Pandora — 'all-gifted' — was myth's first woman, whose famous jar left hope as its final treasure. Daring, gorgeous, and unforgettable.

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Origin HighGreek

MeaningFrom Greek pan, 'all', plus doron, 'gift' — 'all-gifted', the first woman of Greek myth

U.S. rank (2025)#4526 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births31 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1952

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,125

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Pandora comes from Greek pan, 'all', plus doron, 'gift' — 'all-gifted', each god having endowed her. Myth's first woman opened the fateful jar yet kept hope; her name today carries music streaming, charm bracelets, and bold parents' affection.

In the U.S. it is rare, chosen by myth-lovers despite the cautionary tale. All-gifted at the root, dramatic, and hopeful at the bottom.

Did you know? Pandora's 'box' was really a jar — the famous box came from a Renaissance translation slip — and the last thing left inside, after all the troubles flew, was hope.

Overall data confidence 88%

Behind the Name — Pandora — etymology

Variations

Pandore

Nicknames

PanDora

Famous Bearers

★Pandora Colin (1974-)
British actress known for stage work and television roles including in the BBC series
★Pandora
figure in ancient Greek mythology, the first human woman whose name means 'all-gifted,' central to the myth of Pandora's box

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Pandora mean?

Pandora is Greek for 'all-gifted' — myth's first woman, endowed by every god.

How do you pronounce Pandora?

It's said pan-DOR-ah /pænˈdɔr.ɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Pandora a boy or girl name?

Pandora is a girl's name.

How popular is Pandora?

Pandora is a rare name in the U.S.