US Popularity Rank: 10947

Origin: Greek

Meaning: Ponder; Cunning, Ruler

Medea is a girl's name of Greek origin, meaning "ponder," "cunning," and "ruler." Those who favor sassy instead of sweet will love this striking name referring to a mythological sorceress and wife of Jason of the Argonauts. Although Medea was known to embrace her dark side, your little one can tell their own story.