Theseus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTHEE-see-us / /ˈθiːsiəs/Greek; Latin
Meaning
mythical hero; of the house of Theseus
Historical & Cultural Background
Theseus is a legendary hero from Greek mythology, known for his adventures and as the king of Athens. The name has also been adopted in Latin literature, where it symbolizes bravery and leadership.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Theseus
- Thesus
International Variants
- Teseo (Spanish)
- Thésée (French)
Famous people named Theseus
Theseus — mythological hero.
Theseus — character in Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'.
Fictional characters named Theseus
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Theseus was first seen in the United States in 2010. Theseus has ranked as high as #1350 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Texas, California, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Theseus has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Theseus (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 41 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2014 | 43 |
| 2015 | 44 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 30 |