Melanthius Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Melanthius Name at a Glance

Name	Melanthius
Meaning	Sides with Penelope's suitors against his master Odysseus.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Melanthius Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Melanthius means “Sides with Penelope's suitors against his master Odysseus”. 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.

Melanthius Name Origin

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

Is Melanthius a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Melanthius

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