Pandora

Meaning of Pandora

Pandora, pronounced pan-DOR-uh (/pænˈdɔrə/), is a feminine name of ancient Greek origin combining pan “all” and doron “gift,” often translated as “all-gifted.” In classical myth, Pandora was the curious first woman whose jar released both hardships and hope into the world, a duel that lends the name poetic tension and a whisper of possibility—though parents need not worry, many modern Pandoras unleash little more than ingenuity and light-hearted charm. In an Indian setting, one might picture the name as a vibrant rangoli, each coloured swirl representing a unique talent awaiting discovery. In the United States it remains charmingly uncommon—hovering around the 900th rank with roughly forty newborns a year—making it an elegant choice for parents who seek a name that feels at once timeless, evocative, and perfectly poised to open its own treasure chest of stories.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as pan-DOR-uh (/pænˈdɔrə/)

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