* 1 list of Cool Greek Names*

  1. Alethea
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "truth"
    • Description:

      Alethea, the name of the Greek goddess of truth, came into fashion in England in the 16th century, in tandem with the virtue names. Alethea may find new favor now as one of the goddess names stylish for baby girls.
  2. Draco
    • Origin:

      Greek from Latin
    • Meaning:

      "dragon"
    • Description:

      For as long as we all shall live, Harry Potter's sneering nemesis.
  3. Eros
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "desire, love"
    • Description:

      The name of the Greek winged god of love (usually romantic and sexual love) may seem a lot to live up to, but like other deity names, it's on the rise. In a recent year, it was given to more than 130 boys in the US.
  4. Eunice
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "good victory"
    • Description:

      Eunice is a New Testament name of the mother of Timothy, long associated with one of the Kennedy sisters, the founder of the Special Olympics. As high as Number 106 in the early 1900s, it lasted on the list until 1995. Eunice was the birth name of Nina Simone, which gives it a modicum of cool.
  5. Hera
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "protectress"
    • Description:

      She was queen of the Greek gods, both sister and wife to Zeus, but the name of her Roman counterpart Juno has become much more fashionable these days. That said, we think Hera has possibilities today too, as so many ancient goddess names rise to prominence.
  6. Argo
    • Origin:

      Greek mythology name
    • Description:

      The name of the ship sailed by Jason in his search for the Golden Fleece is now more often used for starch, trucks, and heavy machinery.
  7. Dina
    • Origin:

      Hebrew variation of Dinah or Adinah
    • Meaning:

      "judged or delicate"
    • Description:

      Dina is a 20th century version of either Dinah or Adinah, two Old Testament names not related to each other. Dinah was the beautiful daughter of Jacob and Leah, while Adinah or Adina was a male soldier, though the name is also used for girls in modern Israel.
  8. Corinna
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "maiden"
    • Description:

      Delicate and gentle old-fashioned name, the kind found in early English poetry. While Corinna and the original Green Korinna are technically diminutives of the ancient Kore, now the popular Cora, this name will often be mistaken for other similar-sounding though unrelated names, such as Karenna. But it's pretty and is backed by more tradition than you'd guess.
  9. Homer
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "security, pledge"
    • Description:

      Homer is a name that has traveled from the ancient Greek scribe of the great classical epics to Bart Simpson's doltish dad, and has also become the surprise hot celebrity pick of such parents as Richard Gere (his father's name), Bill Murray, and Anne Heche. Simpsons creator Matt Groening has both a father and a son named Homer.
  10. Calypso
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "she who hides"
    • Description:

      Rhythmic route to the nickname Cal. This musical moniker is another great example of a traditionally feminine name that could easily go masculine.
  11. Anastacia
    • Origin:

      Greek variation of Anastasia
    • Meaning:

      "resurrection"
    • Description:

      Gorgeous name in any form, though the c may muddy the pronunciation.
  12. Arista
    • Origin:

      Greek or Latin
    • Meaning:

      "the best; ear of corn"
    • Description:

      From the root for aristocrat, an upwardly mobile choice -- or if you go by its other meaning, an earthy delicious choice.
  13. Fantasia
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "imagination"
    • Description:

      One of the more prominent by-products of reality TV, via Disney.
  14. Cleon
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "glorious, renowned"
    • Description:

      Rare and distinctive name with intimations of antiquity, also a Shakespearean character.
  15. Adelpha
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "beloved sister"
    • Description:

      A seriously classic name meaning love, Adelpha is also the name for a genus of butterflies.
  16. Aretha
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "virtuous"
    • Description:

      There's still only one.
  17. Aminta
    • Origin:

      Literature, Greek
    • Meaning:

      "defender"
    • Description:

      One of the romantic names favored by British pastoral poets, it was first used as a masculine name by the Italian poet Torquato Tasso for his 16th century play about a shepherd falling in love with a nymph.
  18. Daimon
    • Description:

      Daimon is a masculine name representing an alternative spelling of Damon, which derives from Greek origins meaning "to tame" or "to subdue." In Greek mythology, Damon was known for his legendary friendship with Pythias, symbolizing loyalty and self-sacrifice. The variant spelling with 'i' gives the name a slightly more distinctive appearance while maintaining the original pronunciation. This spelling might also connect to the concept of "daimon" in ancient Greek philosophy, referring to a guiding spirit or divine inspiration. While less common than Damon, Daimon emerged in usage during the late 20th century when alternative spellings became more popular. The name conveys strength and classical heritage while offering a subtle uniqueness. Parents might choose this spelling to honor Greek traditions while giving their son a slightly more distinctive version of the traditional name.
  19. Damara
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "gentle girl"
    • Description:

      This name of an ancient fertility goddess is associated with the month of May and could make a pretty, unusual choice for a springtime baby. Damaris is a similar possibility.

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