Perdita Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Perdita Name at a Glance

Name	Perdita
Meaning	'The Winter's Tale' Daughter to Leontes and Hermione.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Perdita Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Perdita means “'The Winter's Tale' Daughter to Leontes and Hermione”. 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.

Perdita Name Origin

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

Is Perdita a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Perdita

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