Jokasta / Iokaste

Jocasta is a name of ancient Greek origin, most famously known from Greek mythology. She was the mother and wife of Oedipus, the tragic hero of Sophocles' play 'Oedipus Rex'. The name's meaning, 'swollen foot,' is often linked to the myth of Oedipus, whose feet were pierced and bound as an infant.

Due to its association with the tragic and taboo story of Oedipus, the name Jocasta has historically been rare in common usage. It carries a strong literary and mythological weight, often evoking themes of fate, incest, and tragedy. Despite its dramatic connotations, the name has occasionally appeared in literature and art, but it has never achieved widespread popularity as a given name.