What origin is the name Daedalus?

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

Is Daedalus a popular name?

Daedalus 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 Daedalus?

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

Daedalus

Q: Is Daedalus a rare name?

Yes. Daedalus 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 Daedalus

Daedalus

Boy

greek

3 syllables

Daedalus is a greek boy's name meaning "In Greek mythology, this name belongs to the master craftsman who designed the Labyrinth; the name itself signifies one who is cunningly wrought.".

With greek roots, Daedalus is a boy name that means "In Greek mythology, this name belongs to the master craftsman who designed the Labyrinth; the name itself signifies one who is cunningly wrought.". 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

In Greek mythology, this name belongs to the master craftsman who designed the Labyrinth; the name itself signifies one who is cunningly wrought.

Popularity

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

Quick answers about Daedalus

Very rare in US records

What does Daedalus mean?

Daedalus is a boy name of greek origin meaning "In Greek mythology, this name belongs to the master craftsman who designed the Labyrinth; the name itself signifies one who is cunningly wrought.".