Greek Boy Names Starting With H
43 names with meanings and origins.
Looking for a Greek boy's name that starts with H? Here are 43 options, including unisex names, each with its meaning. Greek names draw on mythology, philosophy and early Christianity, and many have meanings tied to wisdom, victory or life.
Top picks
- Hector — “Holding fast; steadfast”
- Hippocampus — “Derived from Greek mythology, this name refers to the legendary sea-horse creature that served as the mount for the god Poseidon.”
- Hippogriff — “Derived from Greek mythology, this name describes a legendary creature that is part horse and part griffin. It symbolizes speed and nobility.”
- Halithersis — “In Greek mythology and Homeric epic, Halithersis was a seer who famously warned Penelope's suitors of their impending fate.”
- Hermes — “Originating from Greek mythology, this name refers to the messenger of the gods. He was also known as the protector of travelers and thieves.”
- Hieronymus — “A Greek name meaning holy name, which serves as the original form of the English name Jerome.”
- Hillary — “Cheerful; variant of hilary: joyful, glad. cheerful. derived from the latin name hilarius”
- Hippolyte — “A Greek name meaning queen of the Amazons, famously held by the mythological figure who possessed a magic girdle.”
- Hippomenes — “A name from Greek mythology belonging to the hero who won the hand of Atalanta in a footrace.”
- Hylas — “Hylas is a distinctive name, meaning 'son of Theiodamas,' connecting your child to a unique lineage.”
Boy · Greek · “In Greek mythology and Homeric epic, Halithersis was a seer who famously warned Penelope's suitors of their impending fate.”
Boy · Greek · “Holding fast; steadfast”
Boy · Greek · “Hephaestus is a unique and powerful name, meaning 'God of the crafts,' perfect for a child with creative potential.”
Boy · Greek · “Originating from Greek mythology, this name refers to the messenger of the gods. He was also known as the protector of travelers and thieves.”
Boy · Greek · “Rooted in Greek, this name translates to holy or sacred. It is also recognized as the name of an early Christian saint.”
Boy · Greek · “A Greek name meaning holy name, which serves as the original form of the English name Jerome.”
Unisex · Greek · “Cheerful; variant of hilary: joyful, glad. cheerful. derived from the latin name hilarius”
Boy · Greek · “Derived from Greek mythology, this name refers to the legendary sea-horse creature that served as the mount for the god Poseidon.”
Boy · Greek · “Derived from Greek mythology, this name describes a legendary creature that is part horse and part griffin. It symbolizes speed and nobility.”
Unisex · Greek · “A Greek name meaning queen of the Amazons, famously held by the mythological figure who possessed a magic girdle.”
Boy · Greek · “A name from Greek mythology belonging to the hero who won the hand of Atalanta in a footrace.”
Boy · Greek · “Hylas is a distinctive name, meaning 'son of Theiodamas,' connecting your child to a unique lineage.”
Boy · Greek · “King of the dead.”
Boy · Greek · “Son of creon.”
Unisex · Greek · “Stone spirit.”
Boy · Greek · “Son of poseidon.”
Boy · Greek · “Shining light”
Boy · Greek · “Lord of the air”
Boy · Greek · “Son of priam.”
Boy · Greek · “Gift of the sun”
Boy · Greek · “God of the sun.”
Boy · Greek · “Son of zeus.”
Boy · Greek · “Glorious gift.”
Boy · Greek · “Born of Hermes”
Unisex · Greek · “Brave defender.”
Unisex · Greek · “Hero”
Boy · Greek · “Evening star”
Boy · Greek · “Evening star.”
Boy · Greek · “Evening star”
Boy · Greek · “Sacred name”
Boy · Greek · “Sacred name”
Boy · Greek · “Freer of horses.”
Boy · Greek · “Freer of horses”
Boy · Greek · “Freer of horses.”
Boy · Greek · “Promise.”
Boy · Greek · “Security.”
Boy · Greek · “Security.”
Boy · Greek · “Hyacinth.”
Boy · Greek · “Hyacinth flower”
Boy · Greek · “Hyacinth.”
Boy · Greek · “God of marriage.”
Boy · Greek · “A titan.”
Boy · Greek · “God of sleep.”
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