Persephone
Persephone is a girls' name of Greek origin meaning “bringer of destruction.” It ranked #734 in the United States in 2025. Persephone was the Greek goddess of spring and queen of the underworld, central to the myth explaining the seasons.
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how do you pronounce Persephone?
per-SEF-oh-nee
where does the name Persephone come from?
An Ancient Greek name, taken from Persephone, the Greek goddess of spring and of the underworld.
The graphic novel 'Lore Olympus' has fueled a modern renaissance for this dramatic, melodic name.
how popular is this name?
Persephone has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 7 years since 2019. It peaked at #681 in 2022, and ranked #734 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #734 |
| 2024 | #735 |
| 2023 | #745 |
| 2022 | #681 |
| 2021 | #775 |
| 2020 | #818 |
| 2019 | #922 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Persephone fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Persephone
In Greek myth Persephone is carried off by Hades to rule the underworld, returning to the world above each spring.
who are famous people named Persephone?
- Persephone (Greek goddess of spring and the underworld)
- Persephone (Lore Olympus character)
- Persephone (The Matrix character)
what are the nicknames and variants of Persephone?
Nicknames
what names are similar to Persephone?
what names go well with Persephone?
Sibling names that share Persephone's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Persephone
What does the name Persephone mean?
Persephone means “bringer of destruction”.
What is the origin of the name Persephone?
Persephone comes from the Greek naming tradition.
How popular is the name Persephone?
Persephone ranked #734 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Persephone a boy or girl name?
Persephone is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Persephone?
Persephone is pronounced per-SEF-oh-nee, with 4 syllables.
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