Perseus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPUR-see-us / /ˈpɜːr.si.əs/Greek
Meaning
to destroy; to save
Historical & Cultural Background
Perseus is a hero from Greek mythology, known for slaying the Gorgon Medusa and rescuing Andromeda from a sea monster. He is often depicted as a demigod, the son of Zeus and Danaë. The myth of Perseus has been influential in various forms of art and literature throughout history.
Trend Summary
Perseus has seen a steady but low level of popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Percy
International Variants
- Perseo (Italian)
- Perseu (Portuguese)
- Perseus (Latin)
Famous people named Perseus
Perseus of Mycenae was a legendary hero in Greek mythology known for his adventures and feats.
Perseus Jackson is a fictional character in Rick Riordan's 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians' series, a demigod and son of Poseidon.
Fictional characters named Perseus
Perseus is a character in the film 'Clash of the Titans' where he embarks on a quest to defeat monstrous creatures.
Perseus is featured in the video game 'God of War II' as a character who aids the protagonist.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Perseus was first seen in the United States in 1983. Perseus has ranked as high as #1208 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Perseus has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Perseus (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 16 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| MI | 9 | |
| IN | 8 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| KS | 5 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 31 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2013 | 60 |
| 2014 | 47 |
| 2015 | 51 |
| 2016 | 64 |
| 2017 | 55 |
| 2018 | 93 |
| 2019 | 105 |
| 2020 | 110 |
| 2021 | 128 |
| 2022 | 130 |
| 2023 | 123 |
| 2024 | 152 |