What is the Greek meaning of the name “Pandora” in the myth?

The Greek name “Pandora” means “all-gifted” in the myth.

The name comes from Greek roots connected with “all” and “gift.” It reflects the story’s description of Pandora as receiving attributes or gifts from the gods. Hesiod presents her creation as a coordinated divine act, with different gods contributing qualities, adornments, or skills.

The name also supports the myth’s connection to Prometheus and his brother Epimetheus. Zeus sends Pandora to humanity as part of a punishment after Prometheus gives humans fire. Her name therefore sounds favorable while the surrounding story presents her arrival as part of a divine scheme.

Translations sometimes describe Pandora as “the all-gifted” or “giver of all.” These phrases should not be confused with the modern company name Pandora or with the astronomical names of asteroid 55 Pandora and Saturn’s moon Pandora. Those names are references to the mythological figure.