By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Greek
"dive into, enter"
The name of a mythically handsome youth – loved by Selene, the moon, who bore him fifty daughters. If you're looking for a mythological name for your son, this might make an excellent choice both…
"beloved, desired"
Erasmus has long retained the image of the bearded and bespectacled Dutch philosopher, but could be one that the audacious baby namer just might dare to dust off. The fourth century Saint Erasmus was…
Eugen is a masculine name of Greek origin, derived from the elements "eu" meaning "good" or "well" and "genes" meaning "born" or "of noble descent." Essentially, it translates to "well-born" or…
Eugenios is a masculine name of Greek origin, representing the traditional Greek form of Eugene. The name derives from the Greek words "eu" meaning "good" or "well" and "genos" meaning "born" or…
Jeno is a masculine name with Hungarian origins, being the Hungarian form of Eugene, which derives from the Greek name Eugenios meaning "well-born" or "noble." In Hungary, it's pronounced YEH-no,…
English from Greek
"stable"
Eustace was originally popularized by St. Eustace, who was born a Norman nobleman and is said to have been converted to Christianity by seeing a crucifix between the antlers of the deer he was…
Latin
"yellow hair"
A Latin clan name that may rise again along with other things Roman.
Galenus is a masculine name with impressive classical heritage, derived directly from the name of the renowned Greek physician Claudius Galenus (commonly known as Galen), whose medical theories…
Gregorios is the Greek form of Gregory, derived from the Latin name Gregorius, which comes from the Greek word 'gregorein' meaning 'to be watchful' or 'vigilant.' This name has deep historical roots,…
"kingfisher bird"
Heaven, Peace, Serenity: parents seem especially attracted to word names that signal paradise, but Halcyon sounds quite feminine, and might conjure up the sleeping pill Halcion.
"the sea"
Like others in this vein, problematic due to the feminine Hailey connection.
Herakles is the original Greek form of the more commonly known Roman name Hercules, belonging to the legendary hero renowned for his extraordinary strength and twelve labors. The name derives from…
Heraklees is a masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Heracles (Latin: Hercules), the legendary hero of Greek mythology known for his extraordinary strength and courage. The name…
"evening, evening star"
Hesperos or Hesperus is the personification of the evening star in Greek mythology; in Roman myth, that role is held by Venus. There's a Longfellow poem called "The Wreck of the Hesperus" about a…
Hieronymos is a masculine name of ancient Greek origin, meaning 'sacred name.' It's the original Greek form of Jerome, which became more common throughout history. The name was borne by Saint Jerome…
Latin from Greek
"cheerful, happy"
The only version that works for boys anymore is the Latinate Hilario or Ilario. Better to look to Felix for a happy-meaning name.
Hilarion is a masculine name with ancient Greek origins, derived from the word 'hilaros,' meaning 'cheerful' or 'joyful.' This historical name was popularized primarily through St. Hilarion, a…
Hippolytos is a masculine name with ancient Greek origins, derived from the elements 'hippos' meaning 'horse' and 'lyo' meaning 'to loosen' or 'to release,' roughly translating to 'freer of horses.'…
Homeros is the original Greek form of Homer, the name belonging to the legendary ancient Greek poet credited with authoring the Iliad and Odyssey. The name carries profound literary and historical…
Ignatios is the Greek form of Ignatius, a masculine name with ancient Roman origins derived from the Latin word 'ignis' meaning 'fire.' This powerful association gives the name connotations of…
