Daphnis - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Daphnis \d(a)-ph-

. Greek mythology: Daphnis appears in two tales as a love-struck shepherd. The more widely known story is the pastoral romance of Daphnis and Chloe.

Daphnis is an uncommon first name for men and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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