Ptolemy Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ptolemy Name at a Glance

Name	Ptolemy
Meaning	Name of a pharaoh.
Origin	Egyptian
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Ptolemy Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ptolemy means “Name of a pharaoh”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Ptolemy Name Origin

Our database records Ptolemy under Egyptian origin. Browse more Egyptian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Ptolemy a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Ptolemy is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Ptolemy

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