Medea
Pronunciation: [ m-uhd-EE-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Medea first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 202 babies have been named Medea in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Medea is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,777 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,777
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Medea
Medea is a girl name .
Medea is currently ranked #23,777 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Medea include Med, Mey, Meie, and Medkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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