Orpheus

Orpheus Meaning & Origin

About Orpheus
The name "Orpheus" is of Greek origin and is derived from the Greek word "orphne," meaning "the darkness of night." In Greek mythology, Orpheus was a legendary musician and poet known for his exceptional musical skills. He was said to have the ability to charm all living creatures, even inanimate objects, with his music. Orpheus is often associated with his quest to rescue his wife Eurydice from the underworld, showcasing his determination, devotion, and the power of his art. The name "Orpheus" is often interpreted as "the one who brings the darkness to light" or "the one who dispels the darkness with his music."

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Orpheus are male.

Orpheus Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has increased by 40% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
ARFS
🗽 NYSIIS
OAFFA
🔊 Soundex
O6102
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
AO1 R F IY0 AH0 S
🌐 IPA
/ˈɔrfiəs/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('ARFS', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
O612

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Orpheus in Braille

Here's how to represent Orpheus in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Orpheus in braille

How to Spell the Name Orpheus in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Orpheus using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Orpheus in sign language

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