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Nausicaa Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Nausicaa

"A princess who aids Odysseus."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2022 👥 29 in US
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Meaning
A princess who aids Odysseus.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
29
Life Path
Number 6

📖 What Does Nausicaa Mean?

Nausicaa, also spelled Nausicaä or Nausikaa, is a character in Homer's Odyssey. She is the daughter of King Alcinous and Queen Arete of Phaeacia. Her name means "burner of ships".

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

Nausicaa, also spelled Nausicaä or Nausikaa, is a character in Homer's Odyssey. She is the daughter of King Alcinous and Queen Arete of Phaeacia. Her name means "burner of ships".…

Root Element
Nausicaa
Core Meaning
"A princess who aids Odysseus."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Nausicaa

N 5
A 1
U 3
S 1
I 9
C 3
A 1
A 1
SUM 6
6
Life Path
Nurturing & Responsibility
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
9
Personality
Compassion & Idealism

Life Path 6 — Nurturing & Responsibility: Compassionate, family-oriented, and generous.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male0%
♀ Female100%

Based on 29 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 29
Peak year 2022 (11)
First recorded 2019
Last recorded 2022
Gender Predominantly Female
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Nausicaa" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A princess who aids Odysseus.".

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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, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~29 people named Nausicaa in the US. Peaked in 2022 with 11 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Nausicaa?

The Life Path number for Nausicaa is 6, associated with Nurturing & Responsibility. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 9.

Is Nausicaa a boy or girl name?

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

How many people are named Nausicaa in the US?

Approximately 29 people in the United States are named Nausicaa. The name peaked in 2022 with 11 recorded uses.

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