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The Name Paraskeve - Origin and Meaning of Paraskeve
  



The Name Paraskeve - Origin and Meaning of Paraskeve


Gender

Feminine

Origin of the Name Paraskeve

Greek

Usage of the Name Paraskeve

Greek

Meaning of the Name Paraskeve

The name Paraskeve is derived from the Greek word "paraskeve" meaning "preparation". It also means "Friday" in Greek.

Famous Bearers

There were several saints having this name. The oldest St. Paraskeve was born in Rome in the 2nd century; she is considered the protector of cattle and crops.
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