Alcestis - name meaning and origin

The girl's name Alcestis \a-lces-tis, al-ce-stis\ is of Greek origin. In Euripides' play of the same name, Alcestis descends to Hades in place of her husband, and is then rescued by Hercules.

Alcestis is a very rare female first name and a very rare surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl's name Alcestis. Compare Alcestis with related baby names.