What origin is the name Triptolemus?

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

Is Triptolemus a popular name?

Triptolemus 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 Triptolemus?

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

Triptolemus

Q: Is Triptolemus a rare name?

Yes. Triptolemus 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 Triptolemus

Triptolemus

Boy

greek

4 syllables

Triptolemus is a greek boy's name meaning "A name from Greek mythology. He was a hero who was taught the arts of agriculture by the goddess Demeter.".

Parents who choose Triptolemus pick a boy name from the greek tradition, meaning "A name from Greek mythology. He was a hero who was taught the arts of agriculture by the goddess Demeter.". At 11 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 4 syllables.

Origin: greek
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 4

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Meaning

A name from Greek mythology. He was a hero who was taught the arts of agriculture by the goddess Demeter.

Popularity

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

Quick answers about Triptolemus

Very rare in US records

What does Triptolemus mean?

Triptolemus is a boy name of greek origin meaning "A name from Greek mythology. He was a hero who was taught the arts of agriculture by the goddess Demeter.".