WebDec 06, 2022 · Hercules was the son of Zeus and Hera. The traditional Greek spelling is Heracles. Hermes - Greek. Hermes is the messenger god. He is also the protector of travelers and merchants. Hero - Greek. Demi-god. Hero was a female in Greek mythology, but you can definitely use the name for boys.

WebJul 06, 2021 · Zeus makes numerous appearances in Homer's Iliad, as well as on more than a few hipster baby name lists. Greek mythology baby girl names Artemis. Artemis is a goddess of the moon, the hunt, and a protectress of the wilderness — the Greek equivalent to the Roman goddess Diana. Her name may come from the Greek word arktos, …

WebNov 14, 2022 · In Greece, popular Greek boys' names include Yiorgos, Yiannis and Dimitri. Icarus: [Ick-ar-us] From the Greek myth of the father and son who tried to fly away from the island of Crete with wax wings. Icarus was the son and his name means 'confidence'. Jerome: A baby name that means 'holy'. Jonas: This Greek boy name means 'message …

WebIt has always been asserted that the purpose of naming is giving identity to a person. And for the Ancient Greeks, there were not one, or two, but three elements in this identification – the personal or given name, the name of a parent, which is usually the father’s name, and a name that indicates the origin or membership in a particular kinship.

WebOct 08, 2022 · 3 Greek Baby Names for Baby Boys Gender-Neutral Greek Baby Names 1. Alex Meaning: The shortened version of Alexandra, Alexandros, and Alexis, Alex is also a lovely standalone name. It means “protector of man” or “defender of humankind.” 2. Aster Meaning: A sweet celestial name, Aster, comes from the Greek word for star, “asteri.”

WebAug 19, 2022 · Greek God Names. There is no doubt that Greek mythology and its gods have survived and thrived over thousands of years and are prevalent in cultures worldwide. Ancient Greek characters have even made it as far as Disney World with the 90s movie Hercules. Baby Boy Names (and Meanings) Apollo - Apollo is the Greek god of music, …

WebDione Deianira Danai Dimitra Athina Zeus Idas Kalliope Calisto Narcissus Sybil Tyche Morpheus Nyx Sibyl Androcles Andromache Andromeda Andromede Antigone Aphrodite Apolline Apollo Apollon Arachne Ares Argos Argus Ariadne Aricia Arion Aristaeus Ariston Arsinoë Artemis Artemus Asklepios Asphodel Asteria Astraea Astraeus Astraia Astyanax …

WebThe Theoi Project profiles each deity and creature of Greek mythology on a separate page, incorporating an encyclopedia summary, quotations from a wide selection of ancient Greek and Roman texts, and illustrations from ancient art. Analysis of the texts and interpretation of the stories of myth is currently beyond the scope of the project.

WebGreek Meaning: "wisdom" Description: Sofia is a variation of the Greek name Sophia, which was derived directly from sophia, the Greek word for wisdom. It was the name of a Roman saint—the mother of Faith, Hope, and Charity—and queens of Russia and Spain. Sonya is the Russian form of Sofia. Sofia Continued Agnes Origin: Greek Meaning:

WebAccording to Greek mythology Aphrodite is the goddess of beauty, love, desire, lust, sex and reproduction. Aphrodite is one of the main goddesses of love. She protects and enlivens honest love and looks after commitment. Ashtart or Astarte She is a Semitic Goddess of sexual love, maternity and fertility, His consort in Ugarit.

WebThemis - Ancient goddess of divine order, law, and custom. Thetis - Leader of the Nereids, a shapeshifter, and a prophet. Tyche - (a.k.a. Fortuna, Nortia) Goddess of fortune and prosperity. Urania - One of the Muses - represented Astronomy and Astrology. Click here for a list of male gods from Greek mythology.