Name Meaning & Origin
"A taxonomic genus within the family Nymphalidae – butterflies of southeastern Asia and North America, called tree browns, wood browns, and foresters."
Data last updated: 2025 SSA records
In Greek mythology, Lethe was one of the rivers of the underworld of Hades. In Classical Greek, the word lethe literally means "forgetting", "forgetfulness". The river is also known as Amelēs Potamos, or the "river of unmindfulness".
In Greek mythology, Lethe was one of the rivers of the underworld of Hades. In Classical Greek, the word lethe literally means "forgetting", "forgetfulness". The river is also known as Amelēs Potamos, or the "river of unmindfulness".
Life Path 5 — Freedom & Adventure: Versatile, curious, and love for exploration.
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Root element "Lethe" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A taxonomic genus within the family Nymphalidae – butterflies of southeastern Asia and North America, called tree browns, wood browns, and foresters.".
Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.
Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.
Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.
~5 people named Lethe in the US. Peaked in 1926 with 5 recorded uses.
The Life Path number for Lethe is 5, associated with Freedom & Adventure. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 4.
Lethe is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.
Approximately 5 people in the United States are named Lethe. The name peaked in 1926 with 5 recorded uses.
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