Sophocles
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Sophocles
Sophocles (Σοφοκλής) is a Greek boy's name meaning "From the Greek for wisdom and glory. Historically associated with classical tragedy. A Greek male name.".
Parents who choose Sophocles pick a boy name from the Greek tradition, meaning "From the Greek for wisdom and glory. Historically associated with classical tragedy. A Greek male name.". At 9 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.
- Native script
- Σοφοκλής
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
Last updated .
Meaning
From the Greek for wisdom and glory. Historically associated with classical tragedy. A Greek male name.
Popularity
Written as Σοφοκλής
Quick answers about Sophocles
What does Sophocles mean?
Sophocles is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "From the Greek for wisdom and glory. Historically associated with classical tragedy. A Greek male name.".
How popular is Sophocles?
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Name numerology
8is the Chaldean number for Sophocles.
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