Aegis Boy

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Origin(s)

PronunciationAY-jis / /ˈeɪ.dʒɪs/

Greek; Latin

Meaning

shield; protection

Historical & Cultural Background

In Greek mythology, Aegis refers to a protective cloak associated with Zeus and Athena, symbolizing divine protection. The term is derived from the Greek word 'aigis', which means 'goat skin', often depicted as a shield. In Latin, the term was adopted to convey a sense of safeguarding and support, further emphasizing its protective connotations. The concept of the aegis has permeated various cultural references, symbolizing authority and protection throughout history.

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Sibling Suggestions

AidenAsherEliasGideonIsaiahLeviMalachiZachary

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Aegis was first seen in the United States in 2019. Aegis has ranked as high as #1366 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Aegis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20196
20235