Narcissus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Narcissus Name at a Glance

Name	Narcissus
Meaning	Daffodil. In greek mythology, Narcissus was a beautiful young man who fell in love with his reflection and was transformed into the narcissus flower. Because of thiis myth, the name can be used to describe someone who is full of himself.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Narcissus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Narcissus means “Daffodil. In greek mythology, Narcissus was a beautiful young man who fell in love with his reflection and was transformed into the narcissus flower. Because of thiis myth, the name can be used to describe someone who is full of himself”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Narcissus Name Origin

Our database records Narcissus under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Narcissus a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Narcissus is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Narcissus

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