Electra

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Greek name meaning 'shining' or 'bright'. (Greek)

What does Electra mean?

Greek: Greek name meaning 'shining' or 'bright'.. Electra is of Greek origin, meaning 'shining' or 'bright'. In Greek mythology, Electra is a daughter of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra, known for her role in the story of vengeance.

Is Electra a good dog name?

Not yet rated. Say it out loud a few times in your best across-the-park voice before you commit.

Electra in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Electra in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.

From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.

What kind of dog does Electra suit?

Classic

Myth & legend

Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

The Pack’s First Review of Electra

The moment Electra walked into daycare, we all knew she’d easily outshine us! I mean, with a name like that, how can you not expect her to throw the brightest playdates?

Names similar to Electra

Achileas — Derived from the Greek hero Achilles.Aditya — Means 'sun' or 'belonging to Aditi' in Sanskrit.Adonnis — A youth of remarkable beauty in Greek mythology.Aladdin — Meaning 'nobility of faith' in Arabic.Alcides — Derived from Hercules, meaning 'strength'.Apolo — A name derived from the Greek god Apollo.Aquiles — Greek name associated with the legendary hero Achilles.Ariadna — Means 'most holy' in Greek, associated with mythology.

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