What origin is the name Patroclos?

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

What are good sister names for Patroclos?

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

How is Patroclos written in its native script?

Patroclos is written Πάτροκλος.

Patroclos

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Patroclos

Patroclos

Boy

Greek

3 syllables

Patroclos (Πάτροκλος) is a Greek boy's name meaning "From Greek roots meaning the glory of the father. Traditionally used to honor one's parentage and family heritage.".

With Greek roots, Patroclos is a boy name that means "From Greek roots meaning the glory of the father. Traditionally used to honor one's parentage and family heritage.". At 9 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Native script: Πάτροκλος
Origin: Greek
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

From Greek roots meaning the glory of the father. Traditionally used to honor one's parentage and family heritage.

Popularity

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Written as Πάτροκλος

Quick answers about Patroclos

What does Patroclos mean?

Patroclos is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "From Greek roots meaning the glory of the father. Traditionally used to honor one's parentage and family heritage.".

How popular is Patroclos?

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Sister names that go with Patroclos

Sophia Chloe Sofia Zoey Penelope Zoe

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Name numerology

2is the Chaldean number for Patroclos.

Number 2 is linked with harmony, kindness and cooperation.

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Names with a similar meaning to Patroclos

Patroclos means "From Greek roots meaning the glory of the father. Traditionally used to honor one's parentage and family heritage." — these names share that spirit.

Sophia — "Sophia comes from the Greek word sophia, meaning 'wisdom'. It has been used across Europe since early Christian times." (Greek)
Zoe — "Zoe comes from the Greek zoe, meaning 'life'. Early Greek-speaking Jews used it as a translation of Eve." (Greek)
Noah — "Noah comes from the Hebrew Noach, meaning 'rest' or 'comfort'. In the Bible, Noah builds the ark that saves his family." (Hebrew)
Emily — "Emily comes from the Roman family name Aemilius, probably from the Latin aemulus, meaning 'rival' or 'eager to excel'." (Latin)
Alexander — "Alexander comes from the Greek Alexandros, meaning 'defender of people', from alexein 'to defend' and aner 'man'." (Greek)
Abigail — "Abigail comes from the Hebrew Avigayil, meaning 'my father's joy'. She is a wife of King David in the Bible." (Hebrew)
Amelia — "Amelia comes from the Germanic amal, meaning 'work' or 'industrious'. It is also used as a form of Emilia." (German)
Chloe — "Chloe comes from the Greek khloe, meaning 'green shoot' or 'blooming'. It was an epithet of the goddess Demeter." (Greek)