Narcissus - Flower Names

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Narcissus

/nɑːrˈsɪsəs/

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Uncommon

Meaning

The name refers to the daffodil flower, particularly associated with the genus Narcissus.

Symbolizes self-reflection, inner beauty, and the dangers of excessive self-love, stemming from the myth of Narcissus who fell in love with his own reflection.

Symbolism

Embodies themes of rebirth, renewal, and the arrival of spring; also represents vanity and the perils of narcissism due to its mythological origin.

Etymology: Derived from the Greek 'Narkissos', possibly linked to 'narke' meaning 'numbness' or 'stupor', referring to the narcotic scent of some species, or from a pre-Greek root; later associated with the myth of the youth Narcissus in Ovid's Metamorphoses.

Style & Origin

traditional

elegant

european

Cultural Background

Rooted in ancient Greek mythology and botanical tradition, Narcissus has been celebrated across Euro

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