Greek · Boy name
Atreus
“meaning uncertain; possibly related to fearlessness”
About the name Atreus
Atreus is a name of Greek origin, most famously borne by the mythological king of Mycenae in ancient Greek legend. Atreus is a central figure in Greek tragedies, known for his involvement in a cycle of revenge and betrayal within his family. The etymology of Atreus is uncertain, though some scholars suggest it may be connected to Greek words implying fearlessness or ruin. The name is also associated with the Atreidae, the legendary descendants of Atreus, such as Agamemnon and Menelaus.
- Meaning
- meaning uncertain; possibly related to fearlessness
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ah-TRAY-us(3 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Atreus
- Atreus James
- Atreus Alexander
- Atreus Michael
- Atreus Elias
- Atreus Thomas
Questions about Atreus
- What does Atreus mean?
- Atreus is a Greek name meaning "meaning uncertain; possibly related to fearlessness".
- How do you pronounce Atreus?
- Atreus is pronounced ah-TRAY-us, with emphasis on the second syllable.
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