Hephaestus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Hephaestus Name at a Glance

Name	Hephaestus
Meaning	God of the crafts.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Hephaestus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Hephaestus means “God of the crafts”. 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.

Hephaestus Name Origin

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

Is Hephaestus a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Hephaestus

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