What is the standard English translation of the Greek name “Pandora”?

The standard English translation of the Greek name Pandora is “all-gifted.”

The name is commonly analyzed as a combination of pan, meaning “all,” and doron, meaning “gift.” It suits Hesiod’s description because the gods collectively provide Pandora with attributes, adornments, and abilities. The name emphasizes that she receives contributions from many divine figures rather than being made or equipped by only one god.

Some discussions offer slightly different renderings, such as “all gifts” or “the gift of all.” These versions reflect translation choices, but “all-gifted” is the conventional English gloss used in reference works. It is not the same as “fire-bringer,” a title associated with Prometheus in later interpretation.

The meaning also helps explain why Pandora belongs to a story about divine craftsmanship and punishment. Her name sounds positive, while the surrounding narrative gives her a controversial role in the origin of human suffering. That contrast has shaped later artistic and literary interpretations of the myth.