Plato Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPLAY-toh / /ˈpleɪtoʊ/Greek
Meaning
broad; wide
Historical & Cultural Background
Plato was an ancient Greek philosopher, a student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle. He founded the Academy in Athens, one of the earliest institutions of higher learning in the Western world. His works, primarily in the form of dialogues, explore various philosophical topics, including ethics, politics, and metaphysics. Plato's influence on Western thought is profound and enduring, shaping the course of philosophy and education.
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The name Plato is rarely used as a personal name in modern times.
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Plato was an ancient Greek philosopher known for his dialogues and foundational contributions to Western philosophy.
Plato founded the Academy in Athens, which is considered one of the earliest institutions of higher learning.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Plato was first seen in the United States in 1914. Plato has ranked as high as #881 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in North Carolina, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Plato has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Plato (1943)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |