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Complete Greek Mythology

  1. Thetis

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "dogmatic"

    • Description:

      This name of the mythological mother of Achilles might suffer from English speakers making the rhyming association to the word fetus. The traditional Greek pronunciation might alleviate that problem.
  2. Aegeus

    • Description:

      Aegeus is a masculine name with deep roots in Greek mythology. It belonged to the legendary king of Athens who was the father of the hero Theseus. The name likely derives from the Greek word 'aix' meaning 'goat' or possibly from 'aigialos' meaning 'sea shore.' In mythology, King Aegeus tragically threw himself into the sea (later named the Aegean Sea after him) when he believed his son had died. This name carries strong classical associations and projects an air of dignity and ancient wisdom. While never common in modern usage, Aegeus appeals to parents with an appreciation for mythology and classical history. The name offers the rare combination of historical weight, distinctive sound, and a connection to one of Western civilization's foundational cultural traditions.

  3. Alala

    • Origin:

      Greek mythology name

    • Meaning:

      "war cry"

    • Description:

      This name of the mythological sister of Mars might be used for a girl born under one of the signs ruled by the planet Mars--Aries or Scorpio. She is the personification of the war cry.
  4. Oceanus

    • Origin:

      Mythological name

    • Meaning:

      "ocean"

    • Description:

      Oceanus was the Titan in ancient Greek mythology who rules what they thought was the body of water that surrounded the Earth. Oceanus was, appropriately enough, the name of the baby born on the Mayflower. Modern variations include Ocean, Oceana, and Oceane, a popular French name for girls.
  5. Charon

    • Origin:

      Greek Mythology

    • Meaning:

      "of keen gaze"

    • Description:

      The name of the ferrymen of dead souls to the Greek underworld and the name of Pluto's desolate moon, Charon makes an interesting, if somewhat macabre, choice for a baby. There are two pronunciations of this name, depending on whether you're referring to the ferryman or the moon. While the Greek version is pronounced with a hard "k" sound, the astronomer who named the moon did not know about the Greek myth - he named the moon after his wife Charlene, so many astronomers pronounce it with a "sh" sound.
  6. Dionysus

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "god of Nysa"
  7. Medea

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "middle"

    • Description:

      Mythological princess who killed her kids. Eternal no-no.
  8. Gbenga

    • Origin:

      Yoruba

    • Meaning:

      "lift up, elevate"

    • Description:

      Occasionally found in the Anglicized Benga spelling, this strong Yoruba name is a popular choice in Nigeria. American actor Gbenga Akinnagbe was born Olugbenga, which is a longer form of the name, meaning "God lifted me".
  9. Harmonia

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "agreement, concord"

    • Description:

      One Greek mythological name -- she was the goddess of order -- not yet embraced by American parents.
  10. Heracles

    • Description:

      Heracles is a masculine name derived from ancient Greek mythology, where Heracles (known as Hercules in Roman mythology) was the son of Zeus and a mortal woman, renowned for his extraordinary strength and heroic adventures. The name combines 'Hera' (the queen of Greek gods) and 'kleos' meaning 'glory,' ironically meaning 'glory of Hera' despite Hera's antagonism toward him in the myths. As a given name, Heracles is exceedingly rare in modern usage but represents ultimate strength, courage, and perseverance. Parents choosing this powerful mythological name often appreciate classical history and may be drawn to its heroic symbolism and timeless narrative of overcoming impossible challenges.
  11. Dike
    • Acrisius
      • Aeolus
        • Aether
          • Agamemnon
            • Althaea
              • Ancaeus
                • Antiope
                  • Auxo
                    • Bellerophon

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