Philoctetes Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Philoctetes Name at a Glance

Name	Philoctetes
Meaning	Killed Paris.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Philoctetes Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Philoctetes means “Killed Paris”. 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.

Philoctetes Name Origin

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

Is Philoctetes a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Philoctetes

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