Gorgonia
fierce, from Gorgon
GenderGirlOriginGreekSay itgor-GOH-nee-uhPopularityextremely rare
Pronounced gor-GOH-nee-uh
About the name Gorgonia
Gorgonia, sister of Gregory of Nazianzus, was praised for her hospitality, charity, and a reported miraculous healing. Bold-sounding yet historically gentle in character.
Warm and hospitable, generous to all who cross her path.
Fun fact
Her brother Gregory delivered a famous eulogy for her that survives as an important early Christian text.
Nicknames for Gorgonia
Gorgie
Variations
Gorgonie
Famous people named Gorgonia
- Saint Gorgonia of Nazianzus (sister of Gregory)