Dolphin
Pronunciation: del-FEE-on
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Delphion is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Dolphin". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: del-FEE-on. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
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Δελφίων
Παράγωγο του δέλφιν, σύμβολο καθαρότητας
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
del-FEE-on
IPA
/dɛlˈfiːɒn/
Origin
Root Origin
Biblical
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
9
Lucky Day
Thursday
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
Life Path Number
6
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Historical Usage
Delphion was a legendary hero in Greek mythology, who according to some accounts, was the founder of the ancient Greek city of Delphi. He was said to have been the son of Apollo and Amphitrite, and was given the oracle of Delphi as a gift from his father.
Unknown, likely pre-Hellenistic era (before 800 BC)
In Christian tradition, Delphion is mentioned in the Golden Legend as a martyr who was thrown into a cauldron of boiling oil but emerged unharmed, and was subsequently beheaded for his faith. He is said to have lived during the time of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 AD).
Early Christian era (117-138 AD)
Translations
Additional language translations available for this name.
Delphion
Derived from dolphin, symbolizing purity and holiness
דלפיון
נגזר מדלфина כסמל של קדושה וטהרה
Δελφίων
Παράγωγο του δέλφιν, σύμβολο καθαρότητας
Delphion
Derived from delphinus, symbol of purity
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