Persephone

Meaning of Persephone

Persephone's meaning is debated, but it likely connects to bringing destruction or being a bringer of death. It may also relate to grain or harvest.

Persephone has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Persephone

Persephone has held fairly steady, sitting around #735 in 2025 after peaking at #685 in 2022.

Notable people named Persephone

• Persephone Swales Dawson
  New Zealand actress
• Persephone Violet
  British musician
• Persephone Rizou
  Greek tennis player
• Persephone Leach
  Artist and potter
• Persephone Baker
  Writer and Illustrator

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Questions about the name Persephone

What does the name Persephone mean?

Persephone means persephone's meaning is debated, but it likely connects to bringing destruction or being a bringer of death. it may also relate to grain or harvest, and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Persephone a boy's or a girl's name?

Persephone is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Persephone?

In 2025, Persephone ranked #735 for girls, up from #737 the year before.

When was Persephone most popular?

Persephone peaked at #685 in 2022.