About Antigone
The name "Antigone" is of Greek origin and is derived from the combination of two words: "anti," meaning "against," and "gone," meaning "birth" or "generation." Therefore, the name Antigone can be interpreted to mean "against birth" or "against generation." In Greek mythology, Antigone is a tragic heroine known for her defiance and determination to honor her brother's burial rights, even if it meant going against the laws of the state. The name Antigone is often associated with strength, rebellion, and a strong sense of justice.
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Most individuals with the name Antigone are female.
The popularity of the name has increased by 100% over the past year.
Here's how to represent Antigone in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Antigone using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.