Alcestis

Alcestis meaning and name origin

Alcestis \a-lces-tis, al-ce-stis\ as a girl's name 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.

Popularity of Alcestis

Alcestis is not a popular first name for women and an equally uncommon surname or last name for all people. (1990 U.S. Census)

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