Delos
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Delos is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “From the Greek island of Delos, a sacred island and mythological birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. The name means 'visible' or 'clear'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1923.
What Delos Means
“From the Greek island of Delos, a sacred island and mythological birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. The name means 'visible' or 'clear'.”
The Story of Delos
This name, born from a sacred island and the birthplace of gods, carries an aura of clarity and divine purpose meant for your son.
Delos is named after the Greek island of the same name, a place steeped in mythology as the sacred birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. The name itself, derived from Greek, means 'visible' or 'clear,' suggesting revelation and truth. This island, revered throughout the ancient Aegean world, lent its name a profound sense of purity and divine origin, a legacy carried through the ages.
When you first consider 'Delos' for your son, it sounds like a clear, resonant note, pure and unwavering. The meaning, 'visible' or 'clear,' speaks to an innate understanding, a straightforward wisdom you hope your child will possess. It is a name that feels solid and grounded, like the earth of that ancient island, promising a presence that is both strong and deeply perceptive.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#49 in 1923
Total Births
1,323
First Recorded
1880
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