Prometheus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Prometheus Name at a Glance

Name	Prometheus
Meaning	Gave fire to man.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Prometheus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Prometheus means “Gave fire to man”. 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.

Prometheus Name Origin

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

Is Prometheus a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Prometheus

When considering Prometheus for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.