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AndromedaChristian Male Biblical name meaning

In Greek mythology, Andromeda was a princess chained to a rock as a sacrifice to a sea monster. Saved by Perseus.

Pronunciation: /ænˈdrɒmədə/, /ænˈdroʊmɛdə/

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Name
Andromeda
Meaning
In Greek mythology, Andromeda was a princess chained to a rock as a sacrifice to a sea monster. Saved by Perseus.
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/ænˈdrɒmədə/, /ænˈdroʊmɛdə/
Lucky Number
14
14
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Andromeda mean?

Andromeda is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "In Greek mythology". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: /ænˈdrɒmədə/, /ænˈdroʊmɛdə/. Lucky number: 14. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Ἀνδρομέδα

in the heavens, a woman

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/ænˈdrɒmədə/, /ænˈdroʊmɛdə/

IPA

ˈandrɔmɛdə

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Andromeda is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is In Greek mythology. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

14

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

PurpleSilver

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 5 are known for their creativity, excitement, and sense of adventure. They are free spirits and natural born artists.

Personality

Personality Traits

StrongCourageousResilientS = Sensitive

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Andromeda represents the strength and beauty of the universe and the power of love to overcome adversity.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

To Christians, Andromeda represents the sacrifice and redemption of Jesus Christ. In the biblical story of Andromeda, she is saved by Perseus – a symbol of Jesus, who saves humanity from sin and suffering. The name carries a powerful reminder of the human condition, and our need for salvation.
Andromeda also symbolizes the spiritual journey of every individual. Chained to the rock of our own pride, prejudice, and shortcomings, we often feel helpless and unable to break free. But just as Perseus freed Andromeda, so too does Christ free us from the bondage of our own limitations. The name Andromeda serves as a reminder of our inherent worth and dignity, and the power of redemption and forgiveness to transform even the most difficult circumstances.

Translations

Name Translations

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🇺🇸English

Andromeda

In Greek mythology, Andromeda was a princess chained to a rock as a sacrifice to a sea monster. Saved by Perseus.

🇮🇱Hebrew

Andromeda

שם נוצרי שפירושו In Greek mythology, Andromeda was a princess chained to a rock as a sacrifice to a sea monster. Saved by Perseus.

🇬🇷Greek

Ἀνδρομέδα

in the heavens, a woman

🇮🇹Latin

Andromeda

Nomen Christianum quod significat In Greek mythology, Andromeda was a princess chained to a rock as a sacrifice to a sea monster. Saved by Perseus.

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