Girl Name · English Origin
Phaedra
Phaedra — a girl name from the English tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Peaceful spirit", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Petra is on your shortlist, Phaedra belongs in the same conversation.
Phaedra meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Peaceful spirit
Origin: English naming roots help connect Phaedra to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Phaedra as P·H·A·E·D·R·A, with 7 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Phaedra is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Phaedra variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Phaedraa, Phaedrae, Phaedray, Phaedr.
- Nicknames: Phae and P.
- Middle names: Pair Phaedra with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Phaedra middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Petra, Pieter, Peder, Peter, Pietro — full picks on the sibling names for Phaedra guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Phaedra? Browse our names like Phaedra guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Phaedra
What does the name Phaedra mean?
Phaedra means "Peaceful spirit" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Phaedra?
Phaedra originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Phaedra?
Phaedra has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Phaedra a boy's or girl's name?
Phaedra is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Phaedra in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Phaedra sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Phaedra?
Names that share Phaedra's sound and style include Petra, Pieter, Peder, Peter, Pietro.
What middle names pair well with Phaedra?
Good middle-name fits for Phaedra pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Phaedra is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Phaedra is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Phaedra?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Phaedra share its rhythm without rhyming — Petra, Pieter, Peder all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.