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Perseus
Meaning: Destroyer (hero who slew Medusa)
- Syllables
- 2
- Length
- 7 letters
- Starts with
- P
- Ends with
- s
Is Perseus a popular baby name?
Popularity trend for Perseus
BabyGen interest indexThe chart shows BabyGen’s relative interest index for Perseus across the past four decades. It blends search trends, naming-pattern signals, and our internal dataset — useful as a relative gauge, not an official census rank.
About the name Perseus
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Boy
- Meaning
- Destroyer (hero who slew Medusa)
- Syllables
- 2
- Length
- 7 letters
Origin & history of Perseus
Perseus comes from a greek naming tradition. Greek names carry the weight of mythology, philosophy, and over three millennia of civilization. Most travel effortlessly into English — short vowels, clear consonants — while carrying meanings that reference gods, heroes, and natural phenomena.
Within that tradition, Perseus stands out for its meaning — Destroyer (hero who slew Medusa) — and for being recognizable across borders. Parents outside the original culture often pick Perseus because it carries genuine history while still being easy to spell and say in everyday English.
Middle name ideas for Perseus
Middles that balance Perseus’s rhythm — shorter if Perseus is long, longer if Perseus is short — and read well together when spoken.
Names like Perseus
Frequently asked questions about Perseus
What does the name Perseus mean?+
Perseus means "Destroyer (hero who slew Medusa)". It's a greek boy's name with a clear, well-documented meaning that has carried through generations.
Where does the name Perseus come from?+
Perseus has Greek origins. Greek names carry the weight of mythology, philosophy, and over three millennia of civilization. Most travel effortlessly into English — short vowels, clear consonants — while carrying meanings that reference gods, heroes, and natural phenomena.
Is Perseus a boy's or girl's name?+
Perseus is most commonly used as a boy's name. Boys' usage is the dominant convention in the regions where the name is popular.
How do you pronounce Perseus?+
Perseus has 2 syllables. A common pronunciation guide is included in the meaning above.
Is Perseus a popular baby name?+
Perseus sits in a comfortable spot — recognizable without being overused. Parents looking for a name with meaning, easy pronunciation, and cultural depth often shortlist it. See the popularity trend chart above for how interest has shifted across recent decades.
What are good middle names for Perseus?+
Middle names that pair well with Perseus tend to balance its rhythm — if Perseus is short, a longer middle reads well; if it's long, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name crisp. See the suggested middle names below.
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