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Polyxena
OriginGreek
Meaning"very hospitable"
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About Polyxena
Polyxena was a minor figure in Greek mythology - a daughter of King Priam and a love interest of the famed warrior Achilles. The name is a bit clunky but could be pulled off by the right woman.
Pronounced pah-LIK-sin-uh.
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