Clytie Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Clytie Name at a Glance

Name	Clytie
Meaning	Mythological water nymph who loved the sun god Helios. She was changed into a sunflower and now always turns her face toward the sun.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Clytie Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Clytie means “Mythological water nymph who loved the sun god Helios. She was changed into a sunflower and now always turns her face toward the sun”. 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.

Clytie Name Origin

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

Is Clytie a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Clytie

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