Daphne
0 antonyms and opposites of Daphne, grouped by meaning.
Name — A female given name, from the Greek myth of a nymph who was transformed into a laurel tree to escape Apollo.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek δάφνη (dáphnē, "laurel, bay tree"), tied to the myth of the nymph Daphne.
Full origin of Daphne →Frequently asked questions
What does “Daphne” mean?
The word “Daphne” means a female given name, from the Greek myth of a nymph who was transformed into a laurel tree to escape Apollo.
How do you pronounce “Daphne”?
“Daphne” is pronounced DAF-nee (/ˈdæfni/ in IPA).
How do you use “Daphne” in a sentence?
Here is “Daphne” used in a sentence: “Daphne is a fairly common name in English-speaking countries.”
What part of speech is “Daphne”?
Depending on how it is used, “Daphne” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Daphne” come from?
The word “Daphne” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek δάφνη (dáphnē, "laurel, bay tree"), tied to the myth of the nymph Daphne.
Is “Daphne” a common word?
“Daphne” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Daphne” have?
“Daphne” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name, from the Greek myth of a nymph who was transformed into a laurel tree to escape Apollo.