What origin is the name Antinous?

Antinous comes from greek naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

Is Antinous a popular name?

Antinous is very rare in official US birth records — fewer than 5 babies of this gender were given the name in any year we checked.

What are good sister names for Antinous?

Names from the same greek tradition pair naturally with Antinous — for example Sophia, Chloe, Sofia. You can browse more on our greek names page.

Antinous

Q: Is Antinous a rare name?

Yes. Antinous does not appear in US Social Security birth records, which list every name given to at least 5 babies, so it is rare in the US.

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Antinous

Antinous

Boy

greek

3 syllables

Antinous is a greek boy's name meaning "This Greek name refers to one of the notable suitors of Penelope in ancient mythology, known for his prominence in Homer's Odyssey.".

With greek roots, Antinous is a boy name that means "This Greek name refers to one of the notable suitors of Penelope in ancient mythology, known for his prominence in Homer's Odyssey.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: greek
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Meaning

This Greek name refers to one of the notable suitors of Penelope in ancient mythology, known for his prominence in Homer's Odyssey.

Popularity

Very rare in US records (source: US Social Security Administration birth records (best rank 2008–2017))

Quick answers about Antinous

Very rare in US records

What does Antinous mean?

Antinous is a boy name of greek origin meaning "This Greek name refers to one of the notable suitors of Penelope in ancient mythology, known for his prominence in Homer's Odyssey.".