Name:
Ianthe
Gender:
Girl
Origin:
Greek
Meaning:
Ianthe originates in Greek language and means "flower of purple color". The meaning is derived from a young girl in Greek mythology, who was so beautiful that after her death the gods grew lots of violet flowers on her grave. As a feminine given name Ianthe is rather rare in the United States.
Pronunciation:
iy-AN-thee
The Five Elements:
Wood
Also Spelled Like...:
Iante