Pandora: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: p-ahnd-ohr-ah
Origin: Greek
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Meaning: All gifts

Pandora means all gifts. She was the first mortal woman created by the gods, specifically Hephaestus, at Zeus'request. Her story is a cautionary tale about the consequences of human curiosity and disobedience. The name Pandora has evolved to symbolize both the giver of gifts and the source of misfortune. Over time, the name has been used to convey a complex mix of beauty and danger, reflecting the dual nature of its mythological origin.

Pandora Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Pandora is currently #5608 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Pandora is currently #3176 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Pandora is currently #2817 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Pandora is currently #1572 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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