Daphne

Daphne is a Greek name derived from the word "daphne," meaning laurel tree. In Greek mythology, Daphne was a nymph transformed into a laurel tree.

Notable Namesakes

• Daphne Zuniga - Actress known for "Melrose Place" and "Spaceballs."
• Daphne Guinness - Fashion designer, model, and socialite.
• Daphne Oz - TV host and author on health and wellness.
• Daphne Maxwell Reid - Actress, known for "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air."
• Daphne du Maurier - Author of "Rebecca" and other novels.
• Daphne Sheldrick - Conservationist known for elephant orphanage in Kenya.
• Daphne Caruana Galizia - Maltese journalist and anti-corruption activist.
• Daphne Koller - Computer scientist and co-founder of Coursera.
• Daphne Selfe - British model known for her longevity in modeling.
• Daphne Akhurst - Australian tennis player, winner of multiple Grand Slams.

Complementary Names / Sisters

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Name Variants

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