Medea Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Medea Name at a Glance

Name	Medea
Meaning	Wife of Jason who murders her children.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Medea Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Medea means “Wife of Jason who murders her children”. 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.

Medea Name Origin

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

Is Medea a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Medea

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