Socrates Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Socrates Name at a Glance

Name	Socrates
Meaning	Name of a philosopher.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Socrates Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Socrates means “Name of a philosopher”. 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.

Socrates Name Origin

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

Is Socrates a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Socrates

When considering Socrates 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.