Damocles Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Damocles is listed in our database as a boy name of Greek origin. Its recorded meaning is “A tyrant of Syracuse”.

Damocles Name at a Glance

Name Damocles
Meaning A tyrant of Syracuse.
Origin Greek
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Damocles Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Damocles means “A tyrant of Syracuse”. 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.

Damocles Name Origin

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

Is Damocles a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Damocles

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