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Foteini
luminous, full of light
Origin
Greek
Used in
el
Origin and meaning of Foteini
Foteini comes from the Greek phōs/phōtós (φῶς), 'light', via the adjective phōteinós, 'luminous, shining'. In Orthodox tradition the name is linked to Saint Photini, identified with the Samaritan woman from the Gospel of John who met Jesus at the well. Its symbolic meaning of light, clarity, and spiritual illumination makes it a beloved choice, often passed down through Greek families for generations.
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