Hydra Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Hydra Name at a Glance

Name	Hydra
Meaning	A dragon killed by Hercules.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Hydra Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Hydra means “A dragon killed by Hercules”. 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.

Hydra Name Origin

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

Is Hydra a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Hydra

When considering Hydra 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.