What origin is the name Pirithous?

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

Is Pirithous a popular name?

Pirithous 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 Pirithous?

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

Pirithous

Q: Is Pirithous a rare name?

Yes. Pirithous 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 Pirithous

Pirithous

Boy

greek

3 syllables

Pirithous is a greek boy's name meaning "In Greek mythology, this was the name of the King of the Lapiths. He was known as the loyal friend of the hero Theseus.".

With greek roots, Pirithous is a boy name that means "In Greek mythology, this was the name of the King of the Lapiths. He was known as the loyal friend of the hero Theseus.". At 9 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 was the name of the King of the Lapiths. He was known as the loyal friend of the hero Theseus.

Popularity

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

Quick answers about Pirithous

Very rare in US records

What does Pirithous mean?

Pirithous is a boy name of greek origin meaning "In Greek mythology, this was the name of the King of the Lapiths. He was known as the loyal friend of the hero Theseus.".