Matrona

Meaning of Matrona

Matrona is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. This name originates from Russia and has deep historical and cultural significance. Matrona is pronounced as mah-TROH-nah in Russian (/mɑtˈroh.nɑ/). It is derived from the Latin word "mater" meaning "mother." The name Matrona is associated with qualities such as strength, nurturing, and wisdom. It has variations like Matron and Matronia, which provide different options for parents looking for alternative forms of this name. Although not commonly used nowadays, Matrona has a long history of usage, dating back to at least 1916 when it was given to six newborn girls in the United States.

Pronunciation

Russian

  • Pronunced as mah-TROH-nah (/mɑtˈroh.nɑ/)

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Notable People Named Matrona

Saint Matrona of Chios, born in the 15th century in Greece, is celebrated by the Church on October 20, and her head was found on July 15.
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