“It's crazy that I've seen your name in my notes app for so long, and now you're here with me.”
For some parents, a baby name is more than just a label — it’s the beginning of a legacy.
Perhaps that’s why so many parents today are interested in mythology names inspired by Greek, Roman, Norse and Celtic gods and/or heroes. After all, these ancient names were built to stand the test of time.
And none have proven that to be true more than the name Atlas.
Atlas, a powerful Titan from Greek mythology condemned by Zeus to hold up the heavens, first appeared in the Social Security Administration’s top 1,000 in 2013 and set an all-time high at 101st in 2024.
Dylan, which ranked 22nd, could be inspired by Dylan Eil Ton — a sea god in Welsh mythology.
Other ancient mythological names that ranked in the SSA’s top 500 for boy names in 2024 include Odin, Orion, Apollo, Jason, Adonis, Ares, Finn, Damon, Hector, Marcus and Marco.
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If those are the types of names you want for your future son, then this list was curated for you!
Atlas — in Greek mythology, Atlas was a Titan condemned to hold up the sky for eternity, symbolizing endurance and cosmic order.
Dylan — in Welsh mythology, Dylan ail Don was a sea god associated with the ocean and the natural forces of water.
Odin — in Norse mythology, Odin was the Allfather, god of wisdom, war, poetry, and death, ruling over Asgard and Valhalla.
Orion — in Greek mythology, Orion was a legendary giant hunter placed among the stars as the Orion constellation.
Apollo — in Greek mythology, Apollo was the god of the sun, music, prophecy, healing, and the arts, representing harmony and reason.
Jason — in Greek mythology, Jason was the hero who led the Argonauts on a quest to retrieve the Golden Fleece.
Adonis — in Greek mythology, Adonis was a beautiful youth associated with vegetation, rebirth, and seasonal cycles.
Ares — in Greek mythology, Ares was the god of war, embodying violence, chaos, and the brutal nature of battle.
Finn — in Irish mythology, Finn (Fionn mac Cumhaill) was a legendary warrior and leader of the Fianna, known for wisdom and strength.
Damon — in Greek legend, Damon symbolized loyalty and friendship through his famous bond with Pythias.
Hector — in Greek mythology, Hector was Troy’s greatest warrior and a symbol of honor, duty, and familial devotion.
Marcus — a Latin name associated with Mars, the Roman god of war, symbolizing strength and valor.
Marco — derives from Latin roots linked to Mars, the Roman god of war.
Marcelo — a Latin-derived name connected etymologically to Mars, reflecting martial strength rather than a mythic character.
Achilles — in Greek mythology, Achilles was the greatest warrior of the Trojan War, famed for his near invulnerability and tragic fate.
Aeneas — in Roman mythology, Aeneas was a Trojan hero whose journey led to the founding myths of Rome.
Perseus — in Greek mythology, Perseus was a hero who slew Medusa and saved Andromeda, representing bravery and divine favor.
Odysseus — in Greek mythology, Odysseus was a clever hero known for his long journey home in The Odyssey and his mastery of wit over strength.
Hermes — in Greek mythology, Hermes was the messenger of the gods, associated with travel, trade, communication, and cunning.
Zeus — in Greek mythology, Zeus was the king of the gods and ruler of the sky, symbolizing authority and justice.
Janus — in Roman mythology, Janus was the god of beginnings, endings, and transitions, depicted with two faces.
Sol — in Roman mythology, Sol was the personification of the sun, representing light, vitality, and cosmic order.
Loki — in Norse mythology, Loki was a trickster god whose chaos and deception shaped many pivotal myths.
Vali — in Norse mythology, Vali was a god born to avenge the death of Baldr, embodying swift justice.
Mani — in Norse mythology, Mani was the personification of the moon, guiding its movement across the sky.
Lugh — in Irish mythology, Lugh was a many-skilled god of light, craftsmanship, and kingship.
Cian — in Irish mythology, Cian was a noble figure and father of Lugh, linked to ancient rivalries among gods.
Oscar — in Irish mythology, Oscar was a heroic warrior of the Fianna, celebrated for bravery and tragic death.
Oisin — in Irish mythology, Oisin was a warrior-poet whose tales bridge the mortal world and the land of eternal youth.
Griffin — in ancient mythology, the Griffin was a legendary creature combining lion and eagle, symbolizing strength and guardianship.
Phoenix — in Greek and Egyptian mythology, the Phoenix was a firebird that cyclically regenerated, symbolizing rebirth and immortality.
Leander — in Greek mythology, Leander was a tragic lover who drowned swimming to meet Hero, symbolizing devotion and loss.
Midas — in Greek mythology, King Midas was granted the power to turn all he touched into gold, illustrating the danger of greed.
Paris — in Greek mythology, Paris was the Trojan prince whose judgment sparked the Trojan War.
Tyr — in Norse mythology, Tyr was a god of law and heroic combat, famed for sacrificing his hand to bind Fenrir.
Demetrius — Latin form of Greek name Demetrios, which derives from Demeter, the Greek goddess of agriculture and sister of Zeus.
Linus — in Greek mythology, Linus was a gifted musician and teacher, sometimes said to have instructed Orpheus.
Icarus — in Greek mythology, Icarus was the youth who flew too close to the sun, symbolizing hubris and human ambition.
Alexander — another name for Trojan prince Paris, but can also be linked to Alexander the Great.
Zephyr — in Greek mythology, Zephyrus was the gentle god of the west wind, associated with spring and renewal.
Celebrities love ancient mythology names, too!
Mythological god names for boys are so popular that even some celebrities have joined in on the trend.
For example, Gwen Stefani and her ex-husband Gavin Rossdale welcomed a son named Apollo — the Greek and Roman god of the music, arts, prophecy, light, healing, and archery — in 2014.
Apollo has been a top-500 boy’s name in the U.S. every year since 2019, according to the SSA.
Sean Parker, the co-founder of Napster and former president of Facebook, has a son named Zephyr, while singer Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys named his son Odin Reign.
And let’s not forget Shay Mitchell and Matte Babel, who proved that god boy names work well for girls by naming their daughter Atlas — a Greek Titan condemned to hold up the heavens or sky for eternity.
Atlas was given to 3,417 baby boys and 157 baby girls in 2024, according to the SSA.
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But if you still haven’t found the baby name you’re looking for, then Mod Moms Club has a baby name generator that can help narrow your options down — and plenty more baby name lists like this, as well!
