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    Poseidon

    Discover the meaning and origin of the name Poseidon

    Poseidon

    Boy
    greek
    3 syllables

    Poseidon is a greek boy's name meaning "From Greek mythology, this name belongs to the powerful god of the sea and oceans.".

    The meaning of Poseidon is "From Greek mythology, this name belongs to the powerful god of the sea and oceans." — a boy name of greek origin. 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

    From Greek mythology, this name belongs to the powerful god of the sea and oceans.

    Popularity

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

    Quick answers about Poseidon

    Very rare in US records

    What does Poseidon mean?

    Poseidon is a boy name of greek origin meaning "From Greek mythology, this name belongs to the powerful god of the sea and oceans.".

    Is Poseidon a rare name?

    Yes. Poseidon does not appear in official US birth records for 2017, meaning fewer than 5 babies got the name that year.

    Sister names that go with Poseidon

    SophiaChloeSofiaZoeyPenelopeZoe

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