Astyanax Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Astyanax Name at a Glance

Name	Astyanax
Meaning	King of the city. Son of Hector killed at Troy.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Astyanax Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Astyanax means “King of the city. Son of Hector killed at Troy”. 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.

Astyanax Name Origin

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

Is Astyanax a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Astyanax

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