Achille Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-KEE-lay / əˈkɪleɪGreek; Italian
Meaning
Greek: 'he who is untouchable'; Italian: 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
Achille is derived from the Greek name 'Achilleus', associated with the legendary hero of the Trojan War in Homer's 'Iliad'. The character is known for his strength and martial prowess, as well as his vulnerability, symbolized by his heel. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Italy, where it has been used since the Renaissance. Achille has also been adopted in various forms across different languages.
Trend Summary
The name Achille has seen a modest presence in the U.S., with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Achilles
- Achilleo
International Variants
- Achille (Italian)
- Achilles (Greek)
- Achilleus (Ancient Greek)
Famous people named Achille
Achille Lauro was an Italian singer and songwriter known for his contributions to pop music.
Achille Beltrame was an Italian painter recognized for his works in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Achille Varzi was an Italian racing driver who competed in the early years of Formula One.
Achille C. Varzi is a notable Italian-American physicist known for his research in theoretical physics.
Fictional characters named Achille
Achille is a character in the animated series 'The Adventures of Tintin', appearing in the story 'The Secret of the Unicorn'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Achille was first seen in the United States in 1911. Achille has ranked as high as #895 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in New York, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Achille has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Achille (1925)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 15 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 18 |
| 1922 | 16 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 21 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2024 | 9 |