This is a list of submitted names in which the usage is Ancient Greek or Greek Mythology.
Submitted names are contributed by users of this website. The accuracy of these name definitions cannot be guaranteed.
Psekas f Greek MythologyThe name of one of the band of sixty young Okeanid Nymphs which formed the core retinue of the goddess Artemis. Her name is derived from the word
ψεκας (psekas) meaning "rain shower".
Ptelea f Greek MythologyDerived from Ancient Greek
πτελέα (
ptelea) meaning "wych elm", another name for the European elm tree. This was the name of one of the eight hamadryad daughters of
Oxylos and
Hamadryas, associated with the elm tree.
Pterelaos m Greek MythologyMeans "people adorned with feathers", derived from the Greek verb πτερόω
(pteroo) meaning "to feather, to furnish with feathers or wings" combined with the Greek noun λαός
(laos) meaning "(the) people".
Pylaeus m Greek Mythology (Latinized)Latinized form of Greek Πύλαιος
(Pylaios), which is derived from Greek πύλη
(pyle) meaning "gate, entrance". In Greek mythology, Pylaeus was an ally of king Priam in the Trojan War.
Pylenor m Greek MythologyThe first element of this name is derived from either the Greek noun πύλη
(pyle) meaning "gate, entrance" or from the name of the Greek town of Pylos (see
Pylos), which is etymologically related to the aforementioned word... [
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Pylos m Greek MythologyDerived from Greek πύλος
(pylos) meaning "in the gateway", which is ultimately derived from the Greek noun πύλη
(pyle) meaning "gate, entrance". Pylos is also the name of a town in modern Greece, which already existed in the time of Mycenaean Greece (under the same name) and was an important kingdom at the time.
Pyrandros m Ancient GreekMeans "fire of a man", derived from Greek πῦρ
(pyr) "fire" combined with Greek ανδρος
(andros) "of a man".
Pyrene f Greek MythologyDerived from Greek πῦρ
(pyr) meaning "fire". In Greek mythology, Pyrene was a lover of Hercules, for whom the mountain range the Pyrenees are named. Also, the name Pyrene is not to be confused with
Pirene, the name of three other characters from Greek mythology.
Pyrgoteles m Ancient Greek (Latinized)Latinized form of Greek
Πυργοτέλης, from Ancient Greek
πύργος (
púrgos) "tower, watchtower" and
τέλος (
télos) "purpose, result, completion". This was the name of one of the most celebrated gem engravers of ancient Greece, living in the latter half of the 4th century BC.
Pyrilampes m Ancient GreekFrom Ancient Greek
πῦρ (
pyr) meaning "fire" and
λάμπω (
lampo) "to shine". The name of
Plato's stepfather, an Ancient Greek politician... [
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Pyronia f Greek MythologyEpithet of the goddess Artemis derived from Greek πυρ
(pyr) meaning "fire". It is also the name of a genus of butterfly.
Pytheas m Ancient GreekDerived from Greek Πυθιος
(Pythios), which is an epithet of the god
Apollo. This epithet originated from his cult in the city of Πυθώ
(Pytho), which is nowadays known as Delphi... [
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Pythia f Ancient GreekFrom the name of
Apollo's master priestess at Delphi, who was also known as the Oracle of Delphi. The name is derived from Πυθώ
(Pytho), which is the old name of the city of Delphi... [
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Pythias f & m Ancient Greek, Greek MythologyDerived from Greek Πυθιος
(Pythios), which is an epithet of the god
Apollo. This epithet originated from his cult in the city of Πυθώ
(Pytho), which is nowadays known as Delphi... [
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Python m Ancient Greek, Greek MythologyIn Greek mythology, Python was an enormous earth-dragon (usually depicted as a serpent in ancient Greek art) who lived near the city of Πυθώ
(Pytho), which is nowadays known as Delphi. The creature was named after the city, whose name was ultimately derived from the Greek verb πύθω
(pytho) meaning "to rot, to decay"... [
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Rhadamanthos m Greek MythologyI am uncertain of the meaning, but it might be etymologically related to Greek
adámas "invincible, untamed" or Greek
damázo "to overpower, to tame, to conquer." In Greek mythology, Rhadamanthos was a son of Zeus and Europa.
Rhadamanthus m Greek MythologyMeaning unknown, probably of pre-Greek origin, but perhaps related to Greek ῥᾴδιος
(rhaidios) "easy" and μανθάνω
(manthanô) "to learn, come to know". In Greek mythology, Rhadamanthus or Rhadamanthys was a son of Zeus and Europa... [
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Rhamnousia f Greek MythologyAn epithet of the Greek Goddess of retribution, Nemesis, meaning "the Goddess of Rhamnous". Rhamnous was an ancient Greek city and the site of Nemesis' most prominent sanctuary.
Rhanis f Greek MythologyThe name of one of the band of sixty young Okeanid Nymphs which formed the core retinue of the goddess Artemis. Her name is derived from the word
Ψεκας (rhanis) meaning "raindrop".
Rhene f Greek MythologyThe name of two different nymphs in Greek mythology, one an oread of Mount Cyllene and lover of
Hermes, the other the mother of
Medon by Oïleus.
Rhexenor m Greek MythologyDerived from the Greek noun ῥηξήνωρ
(rhexenor) meaning "bursting through ranks of armed men (of the enemy)", which consists of the Greek noun ῥῆξις
(rhexis) meaning "breaking, bursting, breaking forth" combined with the Greek noun ἀνήρ
(aner) meaning "man".... [
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Rhipsolaos m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek noun ῥῖψις
(rhipsis) meaning "a throwing, a hurling" combined with the Greek noun λαός
(laos) meaning "(the) people".
Rhodope f Greek Mythology, Late GreekDerived from the Greek adjective ῥοδωπός
(rhodopos) meaning "rosy-faced, rosy", which consists of the Greek noun ῥόδον
(rhodon) meaning "rose" combined with the Greek noun ὤψ
(ops) meaning "eye, face, countenance".... [
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Rhoecus m Ancient Greek (Latinized), Greek MythologyProbably derived from Greek ῥοικός
(rhoikos) meaning "crooked, bent" or "bow-legged". This was the name of a Samian sculptor of the 6th century BCE, as well as the name of a centaur who was killed by
Atalanta after he attempted to assault her in Greek mythology.
Rhoeo f Greek MythologyDerived from Greek ροή (
rhoē) "flow, stream". In Greek mythology, this was the name of a woman loved by Apollo.
Samos m Ancient GreekThis name was borne by a Macedonian lyric and epigrammatic poet of the late 3rd century BC.
Sannyrion m Ancient GreekMost likely derived from the Greek verb σαννυρίζω
(sannyrizo) or
(sannurizo) meaning "to jeer, to mock", which is ultimately derived from the Greek noun σάννας
(sannas) meaning "idiot, fool, zany"... [
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Satyrion f Greek MythologyDerived from Greek
satyros meaning "satyr" (see also
Satyros). In Greek mythology, this was the name of a nymph who had a son with Poseidon.
Satyros m Ancient GreekEssentially means "satyr", as in the name of the mythological creature from Greek mythology. It's uncertain where 'satyr' itself derives from, but it's probably related to Latin
satura or
satira meaning "satire"... [
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Scamander m Greek Mythology (Latinized)Latinized form of
Skamandros. In Greek mythology, this was the name of a river god, who is the personification of the Scamander River (nowadays called Karamenderes River), the largest river of the plain of Troy.
Scelmis m Greek Mythology (Latinized)Latinized form of Greek Σκέλμις
(Skelmis). In Greek mythology this was the name of one of the Telchines, sea spirits (daemons) native to the island of Rhodes, who were killed by the gods when they turned to evil magic... [
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Schedius m Greek MythologyDerived from
σχεδόν (skhedón) meaning "nearby" or "nearly, almost", and
δίος (dîos) meaning "heavenly, divine".
Sciron m Greek MythologyMeans "mistral, northwest Mediterranean wind". This was the name of a Corinthian bandit in Greek mythology.
Scylax m Ancient Greek (Latinized)Latinized form of Greek Σκύλαξ
(Skylax). This is most likely an authentic Greek name, even though the one known bearer - Scylax of Caryanda - was of Carian descent and thus might have had a hellenized name... [
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Scylla f Greek MythologyIn Greek mythology, Scylla was a monster that lived on one side of a narrow channel of water, opposite its counterpart Charybdis. The two sides of the strait were within an arrow's range of each other—so close that sailors attempting to avoid Charybdis would pass too close to Scylla and vice versa.... [
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Sebethis f Greek MythologyPossibly derived from Ancient Greek, meaning "fast-flowing" or "to go with impetus". This was the name of a nymph in Greek mythology, a daughter of the eponymous god of the Sebeto river, mother of
Oebalus, and wife of
Telon.
Sibyntios m Ancient GreekMost likely derived from σιβύνη
(sibune) or
(sibyne), the Greek name for a type of hunting spear. It is possible that the word is ultimately of Illyrian origin.
Sibyrtios m Ancient GreekThe first element of this name is uncertain. The second element may possibly have been derived from the Greek noun βύρσα
(bursa) or
(byrsa) meaning "hide". It is etymologically related to the modern English word
purse... [
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Sidero f Greek MythologyDerived from Greek σίδηρος
(sideros) meaning "iron". In Greek legend Sidero was the abusive stepmother of
Tyro, finally murdered by Tyro's adult son
Pelias atop an altar to the goddess
Hera.
Simoeis m Greek MythologyThe name of the god of the river Simois, and taken from that river. Simoeis was a son of
Oceanus and
Tethys and as the father of Astyoche and Hieromneme.
Sinoe f Greek MythologyThe name of a nymph of Mount Sinoe in Arkadia and the nurse of the god
Pan. Her name is either derived from Mt Sinoe (or alternatively it may be named for her) or taken from the element ςίνος
(sinos) meaning "mischievous".
Sinon m Greek Mythology, Ancient GreekMeans "the mischievous", derived from Ancient Greek σίνος
(sinos) "hurt, harm, mischief, injury", itself from σίνομαι
(sinomai) "to hurt, damage, plunder". This was the name of the Greek warrior who convinced the Trojans to bring the Trojan Horse into their city, also called
Sinopos.
Sisyphus m Greek Mythology (Latinized)Latinized form of Greek Σίσυφος
(Sisyphos), of which the meaning is uncertain. It may possibly be derived from Greek σίσυς
(sisys), which can mean "a goat's skin" or "cheap garment" or "any coarse"... [
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Skamandros m Greek MythologyThe meaning of this name is uncertain. The second element looks like it is derived from Greek ανδρος
(andros) meaning "of a man", but there are sources who doubt this. The first element is more difficult to pinpoint: it could be derived from Greek σκάζω
(skazo) "to limp, to stumble (over an obstacle)" or from Greek σκαιός
(skaios) meaning "left(-handed)" or "awkward"... [
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Smyrna f Ancient GreekThe ancient Greek name for the Turkish city Izmir. The name Smyrna was the Greek word for myrrh which was the city's chief export in Ancient times. Smyrna was one of the seven churches of Asia mentioned in the book of Revelations in the Bible and was a major hub of the church in the first few centuries.
Solymus m Greek MythologyIn Greek mythology, Solymus was the ancestral hero and eponym of the tribe Solymi in Pisidia and Lycia. He was a son of either Zeus or Ares; his mother's name is variously given as Chaldene, Caldene daughter of Pisidus, Calchedonia or the nymph Chalcea.
Sophilos m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek adjective σῶς
(sos) meaning "safe, whole, unwounded" (see
Sosigenes) combined with the Greek noun φίλος
(philos) meaning "friend, lover".... [
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Sophrosyne f Greek MythologyDerived from Greek σωφροσύνη
(sôphrosynê) meaning "moderation, prudence, self-control, temperance". Also compare
Sophron. She was the spirit or personification of moderation, self-control, temperance, restraint, and discretion in Greek mythology... [
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Soprata f Ancient GreekCorruption or misspelling of
Sopatra, which is usually encountered in connection to the 7th-century saint Sopatra.
Sosandros m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek adjective σῶς
(sos) meaning "safe, whole, unwounded" (see
Sosigenes) combined with Greek ἀνδρός
(andros) meaning "of a man".
Sose f Greek MythologyDerived from Greek σως (
sos) meaning "safe, whole, unwounded". In Greek mythology this was the name of a prophetic Oreiad or Naiad nymph of Arcadia (a southern region of Greece). According to one account she was the mother of the god Pan by Hermes.
Sosibios m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek adjective σῶς
(sos) meaning "safe, whole, unwounded" (see
Sosigenes) combined with the Greek noun βίος
(bios) meaning "life".
Sosikles m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek adjective σῶς
(sos) meaning "safe, whole, unwounded" (see
Sosigenes) combined with the Greek noun κλέος
(kleos) meaning "glory".
Sosikrates m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek adjective σῶς
(sos) meaning "safe, whole, unwounded" (see
Sosigenes) combined with the Greek noun κράτος
(kratos) meaning "power".... [
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Sosipatros m Ancient Greek, Biblical GreekDerived from the Greek adjective σῶς
(sos) meaning "safe, whole, unwounded" (see
Sosigenes) combined with either the Greek adjective πατρός
(patros) meaning "of the father" or the Greek noun πατρίς
(patris) meaning "of one's fathers" as well as "fatherland".... [
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Sosiphron m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek adjective σῶς
(sos) meaning "safe, whole, unwounded" (see
Sosigenes) combined with either the Greek noun φρόνις
(phronis) meaning "prudence, wisdom" or the Greek verb φρονέω
(phroneo) meaning "to think" as well as "to be minded"... [
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Sosipolis m Greek MythologyA son of the goddess Eileithyia. From Ancient Greek
sôzô meaning "savior" and polis meaning "city".
Sosippos m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek adjective σῶς
(sos) meaning "safe, whole, unwounded" (see
Sosigenes) combined with the Greek noun ἵππος
(hippos) meaning "horse".... [
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Sosistratos m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek adjective σῶς
(sos) meaning "safe, whole, unwounded" (see
Sosigenes) combined with the Greek noun στρατός
(stratos) meaning "army".
Sositheos m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek adjective σῶς
(sos) meaning "safe, whole, unwounded" (see
Sosigenes) combined with the Greek noun θεός
(theos) meaning "god".... [
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Sosthenes m Ancient Greek, BiblicalMeans "safe in strength", derived from the Greek adjective σῶς
(sos) meaning "safe, whole, unwounded" (see
Sosigenes) combined with the Greek noun σθένος
(sthenos) meaning "vigour, strength".... [
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Soter m Ancient Greek, Croatian, PolishDerived from the Greek noun σωτήρ
(soter) meaning "saviour, deliverer, preserver". This name was often used as an epithet, for both gods (such as Zeus and Apollo) and real-life rulers, such as Ptolemy I Soter of Egypt (4th century BC) and Antiochus I Soter of the Seleucid Empire (3rd century BC).... [
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Soteridas m Ancient GreekMeans "son of Soter" in Greek, derived from the name
Soter combined with ίδας
(idas), which is the Aeolic and Doric Greek form of the patronymic suffix ἴδης
(ides).... [
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Sousarion m Ancient GreekMeaning uncertain. This name should be a compound name, of which the first element might be the Greek noun σοῦς
(sous) meaning "upward motion" or the Greek noun σοῦσον
(souson) meaning "lily"... [
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Speio f Greek MythologyDerived from σπεῖος
(speios), the Epic Greek form of σπέος
(speos) meaning "cave, cavern, grotto". This was the name of a Nereid in Greek myth; with the exception of Pausanias, all of the Greek poets (Hesiod, Homer, Apollodorus and Hyginus) and even the Roman poet Virgil list Speio among the ranks of the Haliad Nymphs known as the Nereides.
Speusandros m Ancient GreekThe first element of this name is derived from the Greek noun σπεῦσις
(speusis) meaning "haste, hurry" as well as "speed". It is ultimately derived from the Greek verb σπεύδω
(speudo) meaning "to hasten" as well as "to urge on" and "to set going"... [
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Speusippos m Ancient GreekDerived from Greek σπεύδω
(speudo) meaning "to hasten; to urge on, to set going" (compare the closely related σπουδή
(spoude) meaning "haste, speed" as well as "earnestness, diligence, zeal") and ἵππος
(hippos) meaning "horse".
Sporos m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek noun σπόρος
(sporos) meaning "a sowing" as well as "seed, semen" and "harvest, crop".... [
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Spoudandros m Ancient GreekThe first element of this name is derived from the Greek noun σπουδή
(spoude) meaning "haste, speed" as well as "earnestness, diligence, zeal". It is ultimately derived from the Greek verb σπεύδω
(speudo) meaning "to hasten" as well as "to urge on" and "to set going"... [
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Spoudippos m Ancient GreekThe first element of this name is derived from the Greek noun σπουδή
(spoude) meaning "haste, speed" as well as "earnestness, diligence, zeal". It is ultimately derived from the Greek verb σπεύδω
(speudo) meaning "to hasten" as well as "to urge on" and "to set going"... [
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Stasandros m Ancient GreekThe first element of this name is derived from the Greek noun στάσις
(stasis), which can mean "standing, placing, setting" as well as "a standing still". It basically refers to a state of standing (still)... [
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Stasanor m Ancient GreekThe first element of this name is derived from the Greek noun στάσις
(stasis), which can mean "standing, placing, setting" as well as "a standing still". It basically refers to a state of standing (still)... [
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Stasikrates m Ancient GreekThe first element of this name is derived from the Greek noun στάσις
(stasis), which can mean "standing, placing, setting" as well as "a standing still". It basically refers to a state of standing (still)... [
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Stasippos m Ancient GreekThe first element of this name is derived from the Greek noun στάσις
(stasis), which can mean "standing, placing, setting" as well as "a standing still". It basically refers to a state of standing (still)... [
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Sterope f Greek MythologyDerived from the Greek noun στεροπή
(sterope) meaning "flash of lightning". Also compare the Greek noun στέροψ
(sterops) meaning "flashing" and the related name
Asterope, which basically has the same meaning.... [
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Steropes m Greek MythologyDerived from the Greek noun στερόπης
(steropes) meaning "lightner", which is ultimately derived from the Greek noun στεροπή
(sterope) meaning "flash of lightning" (see
Sterope)... [
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Stesimbrotos m Ancient GreekDerived from Greek ἵστημι
(histemi) meaning "to make to stand, to stand, set" and βροτός
(brotós), a poetic term meaning "mortal man, human being".
Stilbe f Greek MythologyDerived from Greek στίλβω
(stilbô) meaning "to glitter, gleam". This was the name of a nymph who was loved by the god Apollo and bore him Lapithes, the eponymous first king of the tribe, and some say Kentauros (or Centaurus), who mated with mares to produce the tribe of Kentauroi (Centaurs).
Stilpon m Ancient GreekPossibly derived from either Greek στιλπνός
(stilpnos) meaning "glittering, glistening" (itself from στίλβω
(stilbo) "to gleam, to shine") or στίλπων
(stilpon) meaning "dwarf".
Strabon m Ancient Greek, HistoryDerived from Greek στραβός
(strabos) meaning "distorted, oblique; squinting, squint-eyed". This was the name of several historical figures, including a 1st century Greek geographer, philosopher, and historian.
Stratokles m Ancient GreekMeans "glorious army", derived from Greek στρατος
(stratos) "army" combined with Greek κλεος
(kleos) "glory".
Strombichos m Ancient GreekDerived from Greek στρόμβος
(strombos) meaning "something round, something spun around; whirlwind, spinning top, spindle, spiral shell".
Strongylion m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek noun στρογγύλιον
(strongylion) or
(stroggylion) meaning "round pot, flask", which itself is ultimately derived from the Greek adjective στρογγύλος
(strongylos) or
(stroggylos) meaning "round, spherical"... [
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Stygne f Greek MythologyMeans "hated, abhorred" in Greek. In Greek mythology she was one of Danaus' fifty daughters, the Danaids. When ordered to kill her husband on their wedding night, Stygne and almost all of her sisters complied, with the exception of
Hypermnestra.
Stymphalos m Greek MythologyMeaning uncertain. The first element of this name might be derived from the noun στύμα
(styma), which is the Aeolic Greek form of ancient Greek στόμα
(stoma) meaning "mouth"... [
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Styx f Greek MythologyIn Greek mythology the Styx is the river that forms the boundary between the underworld and the world of the living, as well as a goddess and a nymph that represents the river.
Sufax m Greek MythologyMeaning uncertain, although the etymology of the name is probably Greek. In both Greek and Berber mythology, Sufax was a son of Hercules and Tinjis.
Syke f Greek MythologyDerived from Greek συκῆ
(syke) meaning "fig tree". In Greek mythology Syke or Sykea was a hamadryad (wood nymph) of the fig tree.
Syleus m Greek MythologyDerived from Greek συλεύς
(syleus) meaning "privateer", which is ultimately derived from Greek συλάω
(sylao) meaning "to plunder, to rob, to strip (off)". Also compare Greek σύλη
(syle), a term used to refer to the right of seizing a ship... [
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Syllis f Greek MythologyThe name of a naiad of the town of Sikyon and perhaps a daughter of Asopos. Her name may come from the element
συλλύω (sylluo) meaning "reconciler".
Syloson m Ancient GreekMeaning uncertain. It may possibly have been derived from Greek σύλησις
(sylesis) meaning "spoiling, plundering", which is ultimately derived from Greek συλάω
(sylao) meaning "to plunder, to rob, to strip (off)"... [
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Symaithos m Greek MythologyIn mythology, a River-God of eastern Sikelia. His name is taken from the river Symaethus, of unknown etymology.
Symmachos m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek adjective σύμμαχος
(symmachos) meaning "fighting along with, leagued or allied with", which is ultimately derived from Greek σύν
(syn) meaning "beside, with" combined with Greek μάχη
(mache) meaning "battle, combat" (see
Andromache)... [
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Symmachus m Ancient Greek (Latinized)Latinized form of
Symmachos. Well-known bearers of this name include the Roman orator and statesman Quintus Aurelius Symmachus (died around 402 AD) and Pope Symmachus (died in 514 AD).
Sympherousa f Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek verb συμφέρω
(symphero) meaning "to bring together, to gather, to collect" as well as "to be of use, to be useful". It is ultimately derived from Greek σύν
(syn) meaning "beside, with" combined with Greek φέρω
(phero) meaning "to bring, to carry, to bear"... [
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Symphoros m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek adjective σύμφορος
(symphoros) meaning "accompanying", which is derived from the Greek verb συμφορέω
(symphoreo) meaning "to bring together, to collect, to heap up", a variant of the more common verb συμφέρω
(symphero) meaning "to bring together, to gather, to collect" as well as "to be of use, to be useful"... [
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Symphronios m Ancient GreekProbably derived from Greek σύμφρων
(symphron) meaning "of one mind, brotherly; favouring, propitious" or συμφρονέω
(symphroneo) "to agree, think with, be in harmony; notice, understand", both derived from σῠν-
(syn-) meaning "with, together" and φρήν
(phren) "mind, heart, emotions".
Synecho f Greek MythologyThe name of one of the Hyades, derived from
συνέχεια (synécheia) meaning "continuation, continuity".
Syrinx f Greek MythologyFrom Greek σῦριγξ
(syrinx) meaning "tube" or "panpipes", referring to a musical instrument played by mouth and comprising tubes arranged in order of length. In Greek myth this was the name of a nymph and follower of
Artemis, the virgin huntress... [
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Syrphax m Ancient GreekDerived from the Greek noun σύρφαξ
(syrphax) meaning "rabble, riffraff". This was the name of a Greek tyrant of Ephesus, who lived in the 4th century BC.
Tabliope f Literature, Greek MythologyA made-up name of a 'Muse' that is a comic invention of Palladas, a late Greek poet and epigrammatist, appearing in his epigram found in book 11 (Humorous and convivial - Scoptic - Σκωπτικά) of
Anthologia Palatina... [
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Talaus m Greek MythologyMeans "steadfast, enduring" or "unhappy", derived from Greek τλήμων
(tlemon) meaning "patient, steadfast; wretched, miserable". In Greek mythology, Talaus was the king of Argos and one of the Argonauts.
Talos m Greek MythologyIn Greek Mythology Talos was a bronze winged automaton given to Europa for protection in Crete from pirates and invaders.
Tanagra f Greek MythologyThe name of a daughter of Asopos and a naiad of the spring, well or fountain of the town of Tanagra in Boioti. Her name is taken from that place.
Tantalos m Ancient Greek, Greek MythologyPossibly derived from Ancient Greek
ταλάντατος (
talántatos) "one who has to bear much", itself derived from
τάλας (
tálas) "wretched, miserable".
Tantalus m Greek MythologyIn Greek mythology he was a hero, most famous for his eternal punishment in Tartarus. He was made to stand in a pool of water beneath a fruit tree with low branches, with the fruit ever eluding his grasp, and the water always receding before he could take a drink... [
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Tartarus m Greek MythologyTartarus was the Greek Primordial god that ruled over the abyss, the deepest and darkest pit in the Underworld.
Taurosthenes m Ancient GreekDerived from Greek ταῦρος
(tauros) meaning "bull" combined with Greek σθενος
(sthenos) meaning "vigour, strength". This name was borne by a Greek tyrant from the 4th century BC, who ruled over Chalcis together with his brother
Kallias (usually known as
Callias, which is the latinized form of his name).
Technandros m Ancient GreekDerived from Greek τέχνη
(techne) or
(tekhne) "art, skill, craft" combined with Greek ανδρος
(andros) "of a man".
Teiresias m Greek MythologyPossibly derived from Greek τεῖρος
(teiros) "constellations, heavenly signs" and εἴδω
(eidô) "to see". This was the name of a blind seer who appears in many Greek myths. Due to objecting the goddess Hera in a debate with her husband Zeus, he lost his eyesight, but was given the ability to see into the future by Zeus... [
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Telegone f Greek MythologyDerived from Greek τῆλε (
tele) meaning "far, from afar, far off" and γονη (
gone) "birth, offspring".
Telekles m Ancient GreekThe first element of this name is probably derived from Greek τῆλε
(tele) meaning "far, from afar, far off". However, it is also possible that it is derived from Greek τέλος
(telos), which can mean "purpose, goal, aim" as well as "fulfillment, completion"... [
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Telesandros m Ancient GreekThe first element of this name is probably derived from Greek τέλος
(telos), which can mean "purpose, goal, aim" as well as "fulfillment, completion". However, it is also possible that it is derived from Greek τῆλε
(tele) "far, from afar, far off"... [
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Telesilla f Ancient GreekDerived from Greek τέλος
(telos) meaning "purpose, result, completion", or the noun τέλεσις
(telesis) "event, fulfillment". Telesilla (fl... [
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Telesto f Greek MythologyAn Oceanid, one of the daughters of Oceanus and Tethys. A moon of saturn was named after her.
Telete f Greek MythologyMeans "ritual, initiation rite, consecration" or "festival (at which rites are held)", ultimately derived from Greek τέλος
(telos) meaning "purpose, result, completion"... [
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Telethusa f Greek Mythology (Latinized)Latinized form of Greek Τελέθουσα
(Telethousa), which is possibly derived from Greek τελέθω
(telethô) meaning "to come into being". This name belonged to the mother of Iphis in Greek mythology.
Teleus m Greek MythologyThe meaning of this name is not entirely certain. It may have been derived from Greek τέλειος
(teleios) meaning "perfect", which is ultimately derived from the Greek verb τελειόω
(teleioo) meaning "to make perfect, to complete"... [
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Teleutas m Ancient GreekDerived from Greek τελευτάω
(teleutao) meaning "to bring to pass, to accomplish" or "to end, finish; to die".
Tenages m Greek MythologyPossibly derived from Ancient Greek
τέναγος (ténagos) meaning "shoal water, shallows, lagoon".