Danaus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Danaus Name at a Glance

Name	Danaus
Meaning	King and father of the Danaides in ancient Greek mythology.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Danaus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Danaus means “King and father of the Danaides in ancient Greek mythology”. 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.

Danaus Name Origin

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

Is Danaus a Boy or Girl Name?

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Choosing the Name Danaus

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