Greek goddess & mythological names

Goddess names and mythological names are among the most beautiful and powerful you can choose. Here you'll find Greek goddess names, Roman goddesses and Greek god names, each with its real meaning — perfect if you want a baby name with strength, history and a celestial aura.

From Athena, goddess of wisdom, to Selene, goddess of the moon, every name holds an ancient myth. Tap any name to open its full profile with meaning, origin and numerology.

Greek goddess names

Greek goddess names and female mythological figures, ideal for a girl, with their meaning:

Andrómeda — She who protects men Aretusa — Nymph of the springs Ariadna — Very pure, holy Atenea — Goddess of wisdom Berenice — Bearer of victory Calíope — Beautiful voice; muse of poetry Casiopea — She who stands out Castalia — Fountain of the muses Cibeles — Mother goddess of the earth Cintia — Goddess of the moon Dafne — Laurel Doris — Of the sea; gift Dánae — She who judges Elena — Torch; bright light Eos — Aurora Febe — Radiant, bright Galena — Calm of the sea Halcíone — Queen of the sea Helena — Torch, radiant Hera — Queen of the gods Iris — Rainbow; messenger of the gods Leda — Lady, dame Ligia — Of melodious voice Maia — Mother; goddess of spring Nereida — Nymph of the sea Niké — Victory Olimpia — Of Olympus, celestial Pandora — She of all gifts Selena — Goddess of the moon Selene — Goddess of the moon Talía — Flourishing; muse of comedy Urania — Celestial

Greek god names

Greek god names and mythological heroes, strong and meaningful, for a boy:

Adonis — Lord; beauty Apolo — God of the sun and the arts Atlas — The one who holds up the sky Dionisio — Consecrated to Dionysus Eolo — God of the winds Eros — Love, desire Helios — Sun Hermes — Messenger of the gods Héctor — The one who defends and sustains Jacinto — Hyacinth flower Jasón — Healer Orión — Hunter; constellation Perseo — Hero; destroyer Teseo — Founder, the one who orders Ícaro — The one who flies high

Roman god and goddess names

Roman mythology also offers gorgeous names, many tied to light and nature:

Aura — Breeze; radiance Aurora — Dawn, first light of day Delia — Native of Delos Diana — Divine; goddess of the moon and the hunt Febo — Bright, radiant Flora — Goddess of flowers

Moon goddesses and celestial names

If you love the cosmic, mythology is full of moon and sky goddesses. Selene and Cintia personify the moon; Eos and Aurora are the dawn; Urania is the celestial muse and Iris the rainbow — luminous names right at home in Astra's universe.

Why choose a mythological name?

A goddess or mythological name gives your baby a strong identity and a story to tell. These names have survived thousands of years because they sound beautiful and evoke admirable qualities: wisdom, beauty, courage, love. Many are also uncommon today, so your child gets a unique name with deep roots.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most beautiful Greek goddess names?

Some of the loveliest are Athena (wisdom), Aphrodite (love and beauty), Selene (the moon), Hera (queen of the gods) and Iris (the rainbow). All carry a powerful meaning and sound gorgeous.

What name means goddess of the moon?

Selene is the Greek personification of the moon, and Cintia is another name of the lunar goddess — ideal if you want a celestial name for a girl.

Are there Greek god names for a boy?

Yes. Apollo (god of the sun and arts), Hermes (messenger of the gods), Eros (love), Orion (the hunter) and Perseus (the hero) are strong Greek god and hero names.

What's the difference between Greek and Roman names?

Many goddesses have a Greek and a Roman version: Aphrodite is Venus, Artemis is Diana, Eos is Aurora. Both traditions offer beautiful names with the same mythological background.

Where can I see each name's full meaning?

Tap any name in the list to open its profile with meaning, mythological origin, numerology and compatibility.

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