baby names inspired by Greek Mythology
Names drawn from the gods, heroes, and legends of ancient Greece. These names have endured for millennia and carry stories of bravery, beauty, wisdom, and fate.
baby names inspired by Greek Mythology at a glance
- Names
- 24
- Girls · Boys · Unisex
- 17 · 6 · 1
- Top origin
- Greek
- Most popular (2025)
- Penelope #22
Our directory has 24 baby names inspired by Greek Mythology: 17 girls' names, 6 boys' names and 1 unisex name.
In the 2025 Social Security rankings, the most popular is Penelope (#22 for girls), followed by Alexander (#30 for boys), Iris (#61 for girls) and Atlas (#75 for boys). 18 of them ranked in the US top 1,000 that year.
Calliope has climbed fastest, from #692 in 2020 to #451 in 2025; Daphne rose from #415 to #178 over 5 years.
For something less common, Clio, Demetria and Electra were not in the US top 1,000 in any year from 2020 to 2025.
They average 6.4 letters, from Io to Persephone, and 38% have two syllables.
Most popular in 2025
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- Penelopeweaver, with a web over her faceGreek · girl#22
- Alexanderdefender of menGreek · boy#30
- IrisrainbowGreek · girl#61
- Atlasbearer of the heavensGreek · boy#75
- Athenagoddess of wisdom and warGreek · girl#109
- CoramaidenGreek · girl#113
- PhoebeBright, radiant, or shining oneGreek · girl#157
- Daphnelaurel treeGreek · girl#178
- Phoenixmythical reborn bird, dark redGreek · unisex#329
- Orionrising in the sky, hunterGreek · boy#334
- Helenabright, shining light; torchGreek · girl#363
- Hectorholding fast, steadfast defenderGreek · boy#409
- Apollodestroyer, god of lightGreek · boy#445
- Calliopebeautiful voiceGreek · girl#451
- Selenemoon, radianceGreek · girl#623
- Cassandrashe who shines upon mankindGreek · girl#631
- Thaliato flourish, joyous, bloomingGreek · girl#648
- Persephonebringer of destructionGreek · girl#735
- Artemissafe, unharmed, butcherGreek · girl
- Clioglory, to celebrateGreek · girl
- Demetriadevoted to Demeter, earth motherGreek · girl
- Electrashining, amber, radiantGreek · girl
- Iomoon, violetGreek · girl
- Odysseuswrathful, man of pain and cunningGreek · boy
questions about baby names inspired by Greek Mythology
What are popular baby names inspired by Greek Mythology?
Popular baby names inspired by Greek Mythology include Penelope, Alexander, Iris, Atlas, Athena. Browse all 24 names in our directory with meanings, origins, and popularity data.
Are Greek Mythology names good for real babies?
Yes! Many names inspired by Greek Mythology are classic, well-established names with rich histories. Names like Penelope, Alexander, Iris are beautiful choices that work well in everyday life.
Which baby names inspired by Greek Mythology are the most popular in 2025?
Based on the 2025 Social Security data, the most popular baby names inspired by Greek Mythology are Penelope (#22 for girls), Alexander (#30 for boys), Iris (#61 for girls), Atlas (#75 for boys) and Athena (#109 for girls).
Which baby names inspired by Greek Mythology are rising in popularity?
Calliope has climbed from #692 in 2020 to #451 in 2025. Daphne (#415 to #178) and Selene (#805 to #623) are also rising.
What are some unique baby names inspired by Greek Mythology?
Clio, Demetria, Electra, Io and Odysseus were not in the US top 1,000 in any year from 2020 to 2025, so they stay distinctive while still carrying real meaning and history.
Are baby names inspired by Greek Mythology more common for girls or boys?
Of 24 baby names inspired by Greek Mythology on HushName, 17 are girls' names, 6 are boys' names and 1 are unisex.
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