This list gathers 38 Greek girl names that start with D, running alphabetically from “Dafni” to “Dynamene.” Many come from ancient myths, nature words, and Orthodox saints, while a few are still very popular today. You can use them to find a baby name, to name a character in a story, or simply to explore Greek culture.
Greek girl names are first names given to girls in Greece and Cyprus, and most carry meanings rooted in the Greek language, mythology, or faith. The D group shows this well: “Dimitra” honors Demeter, the goddess of harvest, and it remains one of the most common names in Greece.
Below you’ll find the table with the name, pronunciation, Greek spelling, meaning, and description for each entry.
Name: The English spelling of each name, listed alphabetically so you can scan the list quickly and find a favorite.
Pronunciation: A simple phonetic guide with the stressed syllable in capitals, so you can say each name with confidence.
Greek Spelling: The name written in the Greek alphabet, useful if you want to see the original form or write it correctly.
Meaning: What the name means in English, often drawn from nature, virtues, or myth, which helps you choose a name with significance.
Description: A short note on the name’s origin, mythological or historical background, and how common it is in Greece today.
Greek girl names
| Name | Pronunciation | Greek Spelling | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dafni | DAHF-nee | Δάφνη | Laurel, bay tree |
| Daphne | DAF-nee | Δάφνη | Laurel, bay tree |
| Dafnoula | dahf-NOO-lah | Δαφνούλα | Little laurel |
| Damaris | DAH-mah-rees | Δάμαρις | Gentle woman, wife |
| Damaskini | dah-mah-skee-NEE | Δαμασκηνή | Woman from Damascus |
| Danae | DAH-nah-ee | Δανάη | Possibly “she who judges” or “parched earth” |
| Deidamia | dee-dah-MEE-ah | Δηιδάμεια | Who tames war or subdues enemies |
| Delia | DEH-lee-ah | Δηλία | From Delos |
| Delfini | del-FEE-nee | Δελφίνη | Dolphin, woman of Delphi |
| Demeter | dih-MEE-ter | Δήμητρα | Earth mother, grain mother |
| Despina | DES-pee-nah | Δέσποινα | Lady, mistress |
| Dexithea | dek-see-THEH-ah | Δεξιθέα | Goddess who receives |
| Diamanto | dee-ah-MAHN-toh | Διαμάντω | Diamond |
| Dido | DEE-doh | Διδώ | Beloved, or wanderer |
| Dike | DEE-keh | Δίκη | Justice |
| Dikaia | dee-KEH-ah | Δικαία | Just, righteous |
| Diktynna | deek-TEEN-nah | Δίκτυννα | Of the net |
| Dimitra | dee-MEE-trah | Δήμητρα | Earth mother, follower of Demeter |
| Dimitria | dee-MEE-tree-ah | Δημητρία | Devoted to Demeter |
| Dimitroula | dee-mee-TROO-lah | Δημητρούλα | Little Dimitra |
| Dina | DEE-nah | Δίνα | Judged, or short for names ending in -dina |
| Dione | dee-OH-neh | Διώνη | Divine queen, goddess |
| Dionysia | dee-oh-NEE-see-ah | Διονυσία | Belonging to Dionysus |
| Diotima | dee-oh-TEE-mah | Διοτίμα | Honored by Zeus |
| Dirke | DEER-keh | Δίρκη | Double, or of a spring |
| Domna | DOHM-nah | Δόμνα | Lady, mistress |
| Dora | DOH-rah | Δώρα | Gift |
| Dorida | doh-REE-dah | Δωρίδα | Woman of Doris, Dorian |
| Doris | DOH-rees | Δωρίς | Gift of the sea, Dorian woman |
| Dorkas | DOR-kahs | Δορκάς | Gazelle |
| Doro | DOH-roh | Δωρώ | Gift |
| Dorothea | doh-roh-THEH-ah | Δωροθέα | Gift of God |
| Doto | DOH-toh | Δωτώ | Giver |
| Doxa | DOH-ksah | Δόξα | Glory, honor |
| Drosia | droh-SEE-ah | Δροσιά | Dew, freshness |
| Drosoula | droh-SOO-lah | Δροσούλα | Little dew |
| Dryope | DREE-oh-peh | Δρυόπη | Oak face |
| Dynamene | dee-nah-MEH-neh | Δυναμένη | Powerful |
Descriptions
Dafni
The modern Greek form of Daphne and one of the most popular D names in Greece today. It is linked to the laurel tree and to the nymph who turned into one to escape Apollo.
Daphne
The nymph of Greek myth who became a laurel tree while fleeing Apollo. The laurel later became a symbol of victory and honor, and the name remains a classic in English-speaking countries too.
Dafnoula
An affectionate Greek diminutive of Dafni. It is often used as a pet name within families.
Damaris
A name from the New Testament, where Damaris is an Athenian woman converted by the apostle Paul. It is rare in modern Greece but has a long Christian history.
Damaskini
A traditional Greek name tied to the city of Damascus. It is also the Greek word for the damson plum, and the name is now uncommon.
Danae
The princess of Argos in myth who became the mother of Perseus after Zeus visited her as a shower of golden rain. The name is still used in Greece.
Deidamia
A princess of Skyros in Greek myth who bore a son to Achilles, called Neoptolemus. The name is very rare today.
Delia
A name for someone from the island of Delos, the birthplace of Artemis and Apollo. Delia was also a title of Artemis.
Delfini
A Greek name connected to the dolphin and to the sanctuary of Delphi. It is the origin of the French name Delphine.
Demeter
The goddess of harvest, agriculture and grain, and mother of Persephone. She was central to the Eleusinian Mysteries. The name is the source of the modern Greek Dimitra.
Despina
A popular Greek name that was originally a title of respect for a woman of high standing. It is also used in the Greek Orthodox tradition as a title for the Virgin Mary.
Dexithea
A figure from Greek myth, the mother of a Cretan hero, and a name tied to hospitality. It is extremely rare today.
Diamanto
A Greek name based on the word for diamond, used for a woman who is treasured. It is still found in Greek families, particularly in older generations.
Dido
The legendary founder and queen of Carthage in Virgil’s Aeneid. The name has Phoenician roots but was adopted into Greek and Latin tradition and is still used in Greece.
Dike
The goddess of moral justice and fair judgment in Greek mythology. She was one of the Horae, and her name is used as a symbolic first name.
Dikaia
The feminine form of the Greek adjective for fair and righteous. It is an old and rare name that carries a clear moral meaning.
Diktynna
A Cretan goddess linked to hunting and the sea, later merged with Artemis. The name is a rare mythological choice.
Dimitra
The standard modern Greek form of Demeter and one of the most widely used D names in Greece. It is often given in honor of a grandmother.
Dimitria
A feminine form of Dimitrios, meaning one who belongs to Demeter. It is a traditional Greek name with a long history in Orthodox families.
Dimitroula
A common diminutive of Dimitra, often used as a nickname or given name. It has a warm, familiar sound in Greek.
Dina
A short form used in Greek for names such as Konstantina or Aikaterini and also for Dionysia. It is common as a nickname.
Dione
A Titaness or goddess in Greek myth, sometimes named as the mother of Aphrodite. Saturn’s moon Dione is named after her.
Dionysia
The feminine form of Dionysios, tied to the god of wine and festivity. It is widely used in the Ionian Islands, especially on Zakynthos, after Saint Dionysios.
Diotima
The priestess from Mantinea in Plato’s Symposium who teaches Socrates about love. The name remains in use as a literary and philosophical choice.
Dirke
A queen of Thebes in Greek myth who gave her name to a famous Theban spring. The name is rare today.
Domna
A traditional Greek name, a variant of the Latin Domina. It is mostly found among older generations in northern Greece.
Dora
One of the classic short Greek names, based on the word for gift. It is also a short form of Dorothea and Theodora.
Dorida
A name that refers to the region of Doris in central Greece. It is the same as the English Doris and has a gentle, classical sound.
Doris
An Oceanid and the mother of the Nereids in Greek myth. In Greece it is also tied to the Dorian people.
Dorkas
A name from the Book of Acts, where Dorcas (Tabitha) is a woman of good deeds raised from the dead by Peter. It is rare in modern Greek use.
Doro
A Nereid in Greek mythology, one of the sea nymphs who accompany Poseidon. It also functions as a nickname for names like Dorothea.
Dorothea
A well-known name made of the Greek words for gift and god. It was borne by early Christian saints and is used in Greece, often shortened to Dora.
Doto
A Nereid, one of the fifty daughters of Nereus. The name appears in the Iliad’s list of sea nymphs and is very rare today.
Doxa
A virtue name that means glory or fame. It is used on its own and appears in Orthodox liturgy, though it is uncommon as a given name.
Drosia
A Greek name based on the word for morning dew. It suggests freshness and is a popular choice in the countryside.
Drosoula
A diminutive of Drosia, widely used in Greece as both a given name and an endearment. It is especially familiar in rural areas.
Dryope
A nymph or princess in Greek myth who was turned into a lotus or poplar tree. The name connects to oak trees and woodland.
Dynamene
One of the Nereids, the sea nymphs of Greek myth. The name is tied to strength and is rarely used today.