Midas Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Midas is listed in our database as a boy name of Greek origin. Its recorded meaning is “Turned everything he touched to gold”.

Midas Name at a Glance

Name Midas
Meaning Turned everything he touched to gold.
Origin Greek
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Midas Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Midas means “Turned everything he touched to gold”. 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.

Midas Name Origin

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

Is Midas a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Midas

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