Dymphna Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Dymphna

"Saint Dymphna is a Christian saint honoured in Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 1961 👥 98 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Saint Dymphna is a Christian saint honoured in Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
98
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Dymphna Mean?

Saint Dymphna is a Christian saint honoured in Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions. According to tradition, she lived in the 7th century and was martyred by her father.

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Saint Dymphna is a Christian saint honoured in Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions. According to tradition, she lived in the 7th century and was martyred by her father.

Root Element
Dymphna
Core Meaning
"Saint Dymphna is a Christian saint honoured in Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Dymphna

D 4
Y 7
M 4
P 7
H 8
N 5
A 1
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
8
Personality
Power & Ambition

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

📊 Dymphna in Numbers

98 US bearers
1961 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Dymphna" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Saint Dymphna is a Christian saint honoured in Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~98 people named Dymphna in the US. Peaked in 1961 with 11 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Dymphna?

The Life Path number for Dymphna is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 8.

Is Dymphna a boy or girl name?

Dymphna is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Dymphna in the US?

Approximately 98 people in the United States are named Dymphna. The name peaked in 1961 with 11 recorded uses.

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