Baby Mythological Boy Names
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40 names
Updated April 2026
#1 Pick
Apollo
Rising Fast
Loki
Hidden Gem
Atlas
Classic Pick
Zeus
Editor's Pick
Apollo (uh-PAHL-oh)
The Greek god of music, poetry, light, and healing, embodying youthful beauty and artistic talent.
Top 10 Baby Mythological Boy Names Names
| # | Name | Say it | Meaning | Tag |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apollo | uh-PAHL-oh | The Greek god of music, poetry, light, and healing, embodying youthful beauty an... Ranked #445 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling. | Popular |
| 2 | Zeus | zoos | The supreme ruler of the Olympian gods in Greek mythology, known for his power a... Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1067 in 2024. | Rare |
| 3 | Atlas | AT-luhs | In Greek mythology, Atlas was a Titan condemned to hold up the celestial heavens... Ranked #75 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: rising. | Trending |
| 4 | Orion | oh-RY-uhn | A giant hunter in Greek mythology, known for his skill and strength, now a promi... Ranked #334 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: stable. | Popular |
| 5 | Thor | thor | The Norse god of thunder, lightning, storms, and strength, a protector of mankin... Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1442 in 2015. | Rare |
| 6 | Loki | LOW-kee | A Norse god of mischief and trickery, known for his cunning and shape-shifting a... Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1235 in 2021. | Rare |
| 7 | Odin | OH-din | The chief god in Norse mythology, associated with wisdom, poetry, death, divinat... Ranked #502 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling. | Rare |
| 8 | Hermes | HER-meez | The Greek messenger god, known for speed, commerce, and diplomacy. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #3209 in 2025. | Rare |
| 9 | Mars | mahrz | The Roman god of war, representing courage and military prowess. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1256 in 2023. | Rare |
| 10 | Titan | TY-tuhn | In Greek mythology, the Titans were a race of powerful deities, descendants of G... Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #621 in 2017. | Rare |
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Apollo
uh-PAHL-oh
The Greek god of music, poetry, light, and healing, embodying youthful beauty and artistic talent. Ranked #445 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Zeus
zoos
The supreme ruler of the Olympian gods in Greek mythology, known for his power and authority. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1067 in 2024.
Atlas
AT-luhs
In Greek mythology, Atlas was a Titan condemned to hold up the celestial heavens or the world for eternity. Ranked #75 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: rising.
Orion
oh-RY-uhn
A giant hunter in Greek mythology, known for his skill and strength, now a prominent constellation. Ranked #334 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: stable.
Thor
thor
The Norse god of thunder, lightning, storms, and strength, a protector of mankind. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1442 in 2015.
Loki
LOW-kee
A Norse god of mischief and trickery, known for his cunning and shape-shifting abilities. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1235 in 2021.
Odin
OH-din
The chief god in Norse mythology, associated with wisdom, poetry, death, divination, and magic. Ranked #502 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Hermes
HER-meez
The Greek messenger god, known for speed, commerce, and diplomacy. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #3209 in 2025.
Mars
mahrz
The Roman god of war, representing courage and military prowess. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1256 in 2023.
Titan
TY-tuhn
In Greek mythology, the Titans were a race of powerful deities, descendants of Gaia and Uranus, who ruled during the Golden Age. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #621 in 2017.
Perseus
PUR-see-uhs
A Greek hero who slayed Medusa, known for his bravery and determination. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1210 in 2025.
Hector
HEK-tur
A Trojan prince and hero in Greek mythology, known for his courage and leadership in the Trojan War. Ranked #409 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Achilles
uh-KIL-eez
A Greek hero of the Trojan War, known for his incredible strength and skill in battle. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #857 in 2018.
Jason
JAY-suhn
The leader of the Argonauts in Greek mythology, known for his quest for the Golden Fleece. Ranked #165 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Phoenix
FEE-niks
A mythical bird that cyclically regenerates or is otherwise born again, often associated with fire and rebirth. Ranked #329 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Cyrus
SY-rus
While also a historical name, Cyrus has roots in Persian mythology, meaning "sun" or "throne.". Ranked #268 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: rising.
Arthur
AR-thur
Associated with the legendary King Arthur of Celtic mythology, a symbol of chivalry and leadership. Ranked #87 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: rising.
Finnian
FIN-ee-uhn
An Irish mythological name, associated with purity and fairness. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1059 in 2016.
Angus
ANG-gus
In Celtic mythology, Angus is the god of love, youth, and beauty. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1307 in 2006.
Baldur
BAWL-dur
A Norse god of light, beauty, love, and happiness, known for his radiant aura. Outside US top 1000 in 2024; peak #11115 in 2024.
Cadmus
KAD-muhs
A Phoenician prince and hero in Greek mythology, founder of Thebes.
Castor
KAS-tur
One of the twins in Greek mythology, known for his horsemanship and bravery. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #3702 in 2016.
Darius
duh-RY-uhs
Associated with Persian kings and potentially linked to mythological figures, meaning "possessing goodness.". Ranked #788 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Endymion
en-DIM-ee-uhn
A handsome shepherd in Greek mythology who was loved by the moon goddess Selene. Outside US top 1000 in 2023; peak #7408 in 2022.
Evander
ee-VAN-dur
A culture hero from Arcadia, Italy, who brought the Greek pantheon and alphabet to Italy. Ranked #698 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: rising.
Fenrir
FEN-reer
A monstrous wolf in Norse mythology, destined to kill Odin during Ragnarok. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #4940 in 2023.
Gareth
GAIR-eth
One of the Knights of the Round Table in Arthurian legend, known for his humility and chivalry. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1580 in 2016.
Helios
HEE-lee-os
The Greek god of the sun, who drove his chariot across the sky each day. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #2367 in 2025.
Idris
ID-ris
A prophetic figure in Islamic tradition, often associated with the biblical Enoch. Ranked #694 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: rising.
Janus
JAY-nus
The Roman god of beginnings, transitions, time, duality, doorways, passages, frames, and endings. Outside US top 1000 in 2019; peak #8616 in 1997.
Leander
lee-AN-dur
A hero in Greek legend who swam the Hellespont nightly to visit his lover, Hero. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1463 in 2025.
Lysander
ly-SAN-dur
A Spartan admiral and statesman, derived from Greek elements meaning "liberator.". Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1719 in 2025.
Magnus
MAG-nus
A Latin name meaning "great," often associated with powerful figures and rulers in Norse sagas. Ranked #765 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: falling.
Oberon
OH-ber-on
The king of the fairies in medieval literature, often associated with magic and the supernatural. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #3226 in 2021.
Osiris
oh-SY-ris
The Egyptian god of the afterlife, the underworld, and rebirth. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #917 in 2020.
Remus
REE-muhs
One of the twin founders of Rome in Roman mythology, raised by a she-wolf. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #3875 in 2019.
Samson
SAM-suhn
A biblical hero known for his incredible strength, derived from Hebrew meaning "sun.". Ranked #477 in the US (SSA 2025). Trend: rising.
Theseus
THEE-see-uhs
A Greek hero who slew the Minotaur in the labyrinth of Crete. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #2760 in 2015.
Ulysses
yoo-LISS-eez
The Roman name for Odysseus, the hero of Homer's Odyssey, known for his cunning and resourcefulness. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #642 in 1999.
Zephyr
ZEF-ur
The Greek god of the west wind, known for his gentle and refreshing breezes. Outside US top 1000 in 2025; peak #1102 in 2022.
🔊 Pronunciation Guide
Apollouh-PAHL-oh
Zeuszoos
AtlasAT-luhs
Orionoh-RY-uhn
Thorthor
LokiLOW-kee
OdinOH-din
HermesHER-meez
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Sibling & Middle Names
Apollo & Artemis
Brother and sister in Greek mythology.
Thor & Freya
Prominent Norse gods.
Jason & Astraea
Heroic names with a classic feel.
Orion & Luna
Celestial-inspired mythological names.
Zeus & Alexander
A powerful and classic combination.
Thor & Odin
Honoring the Norse pantheon.
Atlas & James
Unique first name with a strong, familiar middle.
Apollo & Rhys
A lyrical and sophisticated pairing.
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What makes a name "mythological"?
A mythological name is one that originates from myths, legends, or religious stories. These names are often associated with gods, heroes, and other figures from ancient cultures like Greek, Roman, Norse, and Egyptian mythology. Choosing a mythological name can give your child a connection to history and powerful symbolism.
Are mythological names only from Greek and Roman mythology?
While Greek and Roman mythological names are popular, they are not the only sources. Names from Norse, Celtic, Egyptian, and other ancient mythologies also fall into this category. Each culture offers a unique set of names with rich stories and meanings behind them.
Are mythological names too "out there" for a modern baby?
Not at all! Many mythological names have been used for centuries and feel surprisingly timeless. While some are more unique and unusual, there are plenty of mythological boy names that blend well with modern naming trends. Consider the sound and meaning of the name to determine if it fits your style.
How do I choose the right mythological boy name?
Start by exploring different mythologies and finding names that resonate with you. Consider the meaning of the name, its pronunciation, and the story behind the figure it represents. Think about how the name will sound with your last name and if it fits your overall naming style.
Do mythological names carry any negative connotations?
While most mythological names are associated with positive qualities like strength, courage, or wisdom, some figures may have complex or even negative traits. Research the story behind the name to understand its full meaning and potential connotations before making a decision. Consider the overall impression the name gives.
