102 Greek Boy Names and Meanings

Greek names are wide-ranging, from heroes of the past to unique twists on mythology. And given that array of themes, many parents can find the perfect name for their baby boys within the Greek cultural tradition. Read on to explore these historic names, from warriors to philosophers!

Popular Greek Names for Boys

Popular Greek boy names have stood the test of time for centuries. These names are recognizable yet classic, perfect for any child!  

1. Alexander – Defender of men  
2. Andrew – Manly, brave  
3. Athanasios – Immortal  
4. Basil – Kingly, regal  
5. Christopher – Bearer of Christ  
6. Damian – Tame, subdue  
7. Dean – Valley or church official  
8. Dimitri – Devoted to Demeter (goddess of agriculture)  
9. Elias – My God is Yahweh  
10. Evan – God is gracious  
11. George – Farmer or earth worker  
12. Gregory – Watchful, alert  
13. Ioannis (John) – God is gracious  
14. Jason – Healer, one who cures  
15. Leo – Lion  
16. Lukas (Luke) – Light-giving  
17. Nicholas (Nick) – Victory of the people  
18. Panagiotis – All-holy  
19. Peter – Rock, sturdy foundation  
20. Philip – Lover of horses  
21. Sebastian – Revered, revered one  
22. Theodore – Gift of God  

Greek Mythology Boy Names  

Greek mythology offers a bold selection of powerful, legendary names, including the following heroic choices for your son.

23. Achilles – Pain, distress; Achilles is the hero of The Iliad  
24. Adonis – A handsome youth, pursued by Aphrodite  
25. Atlas – The Titan condemned to hold up the sky, associated with endurance  
26. Hector – Bold, steadfast; Trojan hero in The Iliad  
27. Odysseus – Wrathful, legendary figure of The Odyssey  
28. Orion – Hunter (a constellation in the night sky)  
29. Paris – Defender, love interest of Helen in mythology  
30. Perseus – Destroyer, hero who slew Medusa  
31. Theseus – To set or place, slayer of the Minotaur  
32. Zephyr – West wind, gentle breeze

Greek God Boy Names  

Looking for some divine inspiration? The Greek pantheon has plenty of options for baby names!

33. Apollo – God of music, poetry, and prophecy  
34. Ares – God of war and courage  
35. Cronus – The father of Zeus, and the god of time  
36. Dionysus – God of wine, pleasure, and revelry  
37. Eros –Greek god of love and desire  
38. Hades – God of the underworld  
39. Hephaestus – God of fire and craftsmanship  
40. Helios – The deity attached to the sun itself
41. Hermes – Greek god of travel, trade, and communication  
42. Pan – God of nature, the wild, and shepherds  
43. Poseidon – The god of the sea and earthquakes
44. Thanatos – God of death  
45. Zelos – God of zeal and rivalry  
46. Zeus – Supreme ruler of the gods, god of thunder  

Unique Greek Boy Names  

For parents looking for something truly distinct, these lesser-known Greek boy names make a charming statement.

47. Aeson – Father of Jason, healing and strength  
48. Ajax – Eagle, hero in the Trojan War  
49. Brontes – Thunder, one of the Cyclopes in Greek mythology  
50. Calix – Very handsome, chalice  
51. Caius – Rejoice  
52. Damianos – Subdue, taming  
53. Dorian – Of the Dorian tribe, gift  
54. Eryx – King of Sicily, known for strength and valor  
55. Evander – Good man, strong man  
56. Galenos – Calm, healer  
57. Icarus – Famed for daring, mythology’s cautionary tale of ambition  
58. Kyros – Lord or master, powerful leader  
59. Leander – Lion-man, brave in mythology  
60. Lyric – Songlike, poetic  
61. Melanthios – Dark flower, rich in imagery  
62. Morpheus – God of dreams, shaper of forms  
63. Nicos – Victory of the people (a modern twist on Nicholas)  
64. Nyx – Night, goddess of the night  
65. Orpheus – Darkness of the night, a legendary musician  
66. Phaedrus – Bright, shining one  
67. Sterling – Little star  
68. Theron – Hunter, untamed  
69. Timo – Honor, respect  
70. Zephyros – West wind, bringer of gentle breezes

Ancient Greek Boy Names  

These names hail from the annuls of ancient Greece, echoing the grandeur of philosophers, warriors, and statesmen alike. How many do you recognize?

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71. Aeschylus – Shame strength, father of Greek tragedy  
72. Anaximander – Master of the universe, pre-Socratic philosopher  
73. Aristotle – Best purpose, philosopher  
74. Demosthenes – Strength of the people, revered orator  
75. Euripides – Wide justice, famous tragedian  
76. Heraclitus – Glory of Hera, philosopher of change  
77. Hippocrates – Horse power, father of medicine  
78. Leonidas – Lion’s strength, Spartan king and warrior  
79. Pericles – Surrounded by glory, influential leader  
80. Plato – Broad-shouldered, renowned philosopher  
81. Prometheus – Forethought, the Titan who gave fire to humanity  
82. Pythagoras – Pythian market, mathematician and philosopher  
83. Socrates – Whole power, thinker and teacher  
84. Thucydides – Honor of God, historian of the Peloponnesian War  
85. Xenophon – Stranger voice, ancient historian

Modern Greek Boy Names  

Are you interested in something contemporary, yet connected to heritage? These modern Greek boy names balance tradition with modern-day flair.  

86. Alexis – Defender or helper  
87. Angelo – Messenger of God  
88. Constantine – Steadfast, constant  
89. Dimitris – Devoted to Demeter (Greek goddess of the harvest)  
90. Kosta – Steady, firm (a fresh take on Constantine)  
91. Leon – Lion, strength  
92. Luca – Light or bringer of light  
93. Maximos – Greatest, bold leader  
94. Niko – Victory of the people  
95. Petros – Rock, solid foundation  
96. Sotiris – Savior, deliverer  
97. Stefan – Crown, royalty  
98. Tasos – Resurrection (short for Anastasios)  
99. Theo – Divine gift  
100. Vasilis – King, royal  
101. Yannis – Gracious Lord  
102. Zacharias – God has remembered

Connect a Greek Past to the Present

Greece has always been known as a cultural hub, whether it was thousands of years ago or in the modern era. From frescoes in ancient palaces to sunny beach destinations, Greek traditions will continue to have a place in names and family history for centuries to come. And hopefully, one of the names or meanings on this list has inspired you to delve further into that rich past and contribute a classical aura to your child's identity!

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