What origin is the name Ascanius?

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

Is Ascanius a popular name?

Ascanius 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 Ascanius?

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

Ascanius

Q: Is Ascanius a rare name?

Yes. Ascanius 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 Ascanius

Ascanius

Boy

greek

3 syllables

Ascanius is a greek boy's name meaning "Of Greek origin, this name refers to a legendary figure in ancient mythology who was the son of Aeneas.".

With greek roots, Ascanius is a boy name that means "Of Greek origin, this name refers to a legendary figure in ancient mythology who was the son of Aeneas.". 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

Of Greek origin, this name refers to a legendary figure in ancient mythology who was the son of Aeneas.

Popularity

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

Quick answers about Ascanius

Very rare in US records

What does Ascanius mean?

Ascanius is a boy name of greek origin meaning "Of Greek origin, this name refers to a legendary figure in ancient mythology who was the son of Aeneas.".