Sea nymph or daughter of Nereus
The name was likely created or popularized by William Shakespeare for a character in 'The Merchant of Venice'. It is derived from the Greek 'Nereis', referring to the sea nymphs of mythology who were the daughters of the sea god Nereus.
The witty confidante and lady-in-waiting to Portia · The Merchant of Venice
British aristocrat and first cousin of Queen Elizabeth II
American television news anchor and journalist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
