What is the origin of the name Xenophon?

Xenophon is a name of Greek origin. It is often classified as a literary name.

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Q: What does the name Xenophon mean?

Xenophon means "From Greek 'xenos' (foreign) and 'phone' (voice), meaning 'foreign voice'; borne by the famed historian.".

From Greek 'xenos' (foreign) and 'phone' (voice), meaning 'foreign voice'; borne by the famed historian.

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