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Nereida

sea nymph

Female Greek mediterranean / Greek island culture 3 syllables 0 popularity 0 favorites
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Name
Nereida
Origin
Greek mediterranean / Greek island culture
Gender
Female
Meaning
sea nymph
Detailed Meaning
In Greek mythology, the Nereids were sea nymphs who accompanied Poseidon and aided sailors in distress. This name carries that mythological grace and the timeless beauty of the Greek maritime tradition.

Drawn from the ancient Greek tradition of the Nereids, the sea nymphs who inhabited the Mediterranean and aided sailors in distress, this name carries a mythological depth and feminine grace. It speaks to the enduring power of the sea in Greek imagination and culture.
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Syllable Breakdown

1. ne (prefix) 2. rei (middle) 3. da (suffix)
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Nereida Name Meaning and Style

Nereida is a female name of Greek mediterranean / Greek island culture origin, meaning sea nymph.

It appears in the European, Greek, Mediterranean name collections and has 3 syllables. Browse the related Greek mediterranean / Greek island culture names below for alternatives with a similar background.

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