Names from Greek mythology
Names drawn from the gods, heroes, and legends of ancient Greece. From Athena to Orion, these names carry millennia of story.
Greek mythology gave Western culture its foundational stories — and many of its most enduring names. These aren't costume names; they're names that parents have chosen for thousands of years because the stories behind them still resonate. Athena for wisdom, Apollo for light, Penelope for resilience. Each one comes with a built-in narrative your child can grow into.
Each name below links to its full profile—meaning, SSA trends, pronunciation, and feasibility.
27 names
◈= unisex (gender-neutral)
- Alexander
Greek
95Defender of men. From Greek elements 'alexein' (to defend) and 'aner' (man), originally signifying a protector or warrior.
- Sophia
Greek
95Wisdom. From the Greek goddess Sophia and the word sophia, meaning practical wisdom and philosophical knowledge.
- Aurora
Latin
95Aurora is the Roman goddess of dawn, representing the break of day and new beginnings. The name evokes the golden light appearing on the horizon at sunrise.
- Maya
Sanskrit
95Illusion or divine mother in Hindu philosophy. Also associated with the Roman goddess of growth and the Greek Pleiades.
- Margaret
Greek
95Pearl. Derived from the Latin margarita, which itself comes from Greek margaron, referring to a precious pearl.
- Georgia
Greek
95From the Greek name Georgios, derived from georgos (farmer, worker of the earth). Historically symbolizes agricultural heritage and the dignity of labor.
- Andrew
Greek
95Strong and manly; derived from the Greek name Andreas, from the root 'andros' meaning man or warrior.
- Maeve
Irish
95Intoxicating one, she who makes one drunk with enchantment. From the Old Irish word 'medb' meaning intoxicating.
- Aiden
Irish
95Little fire or fiery one. Derived from the Old Irish Aodhán, a diminutive of Aodh, the name of the Celtic god of fire.
- Lydia
Greek
95A woman from Lydia, an ancient region in what is now Turkey. The name references the historical kingdom known for its wealth and cultural sophistication.
- Theodore
Greek
95Gift of God. From Greek elements theodoros: theos (god) + doron (gift), expressing divine blessing.
- Zoey
Greek
95Life. Derived from the Greek word 'zoe,' meaning life itself—often used in early Christian theology to denote eternal or spiritual life.
- Elena
Greek
95Bright, shining light. From the Greek 'helios' (sun) or related to the concept of illumination and radiance.
- Penelope
Greek
95Weaver or duck. In Homer's Odyssey, Penelope was the faithful wife of Odysseus, known for her patience and cunning—she delayed remarrying by unraveling her weaving each night.
- Theo
Greek
95Gift of God or divine gift. Derived from the Greek elements theos (god) and doron (gift), reflecting a spiritual blessing.
- Luna
Latin
95The Roman goddess of the moon; also the word for 'moon' in Romance languages. Symbolizes celestial light and nocturnal beauty.
- Atlas
Mythological
95A Titan from Greek mythology who held up the sky; also the name of the mountain range in North Africa. Represents strength, endurance, and cosmic responsibility.
- Christopher
Greek
95Bearer of Christ, one who carries Christ. From Greek roots christos (anointed) and pherein (to carry/bear).
- Zoe
Greek
95From the Greek zōē, meaning 'life.' The name embodies vitality and existence itself.
- Athena
Greek
95Goddess of wisdom, warfare, and crafts in Greek mythology. Athena represents strategic intellect and divine protection.
- Thomas
Greek
95Twin. From the Aramaic name Toma, meaning 'twin,' later Hellenized as Thomas in Greek.
- Jason
Greek
95Healer or to heal. In Greek mythology, Jason was the leader of the Argonauts who sailed in quest of the Golden Fleece.
- Sophie
Greek
95Wisdom. From Greek 'sophia,' referring to divine wisdom and knowledge, historically associated with both intellectual understanding and spiritual insight.
- Leo
Latin
95Leo is derived from the Latin 'leo,' meaning 'lion.' It symbolizes courage, strength, and royal dignity, associated with the fifth sign of the zodiac.
- Sofia
Greek
95Wisdom. From the Greek word sophia, representing divine wisdom, knowledge, and philosophical understanding.
- Chloe
Greek
95Blooming or verdant; derived from the Greek word 'chloē' meaning green shoots or new growth, symbolizing springtime and fertility.
- Melody
Greek
95A song or tune; derived from the Greek word 'melōdia' meaning the singing of songs or a sequence of notes in music.
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