Epifania

A feminine form of Epifanio, Epifania may also be spelled as Epifanía in Spanish. Derived from the Greek epiphaneia via the names Epihanes and Epiphanios, it has both spiritual and secular significance.

In Christian tradition, Epifania is associated with the visit of Magi to the infant Christ, sometimes called Three Kings' Day or Little Christmas. In Eastern Christianity, the celebration is a bigger occasion, also commemorating the Baptism of Christ in the Jordan River and the first miracle he performed in Cana.

It can used to refer to a manifestation of any supernatural or divine being, however from a secular perspective, it refers to a moment of sudden and monumental revelation or realization, adding an element of power to the name.

Used in Spain in the early 20th century and borne by a 8th century saint, Epifania could lead to nicknames Effi or Ania.

Pronounced ep-ih-FAH-nee-uh.

As of October 2026, Epifania ranked #16117 for girls in US births in 2001 SSA, peaked at #1331 for girls in 1892.