Ajax Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ajax Name at a Glance

Name	Ajax
Meaning	'The History of Troilus and Cressida' A Greek commander.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Ajax Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ajax means “'The History of Troilus and Cressida' A Greek commander”. 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.

Ajax Name Origin

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

Is Ajax a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Ajax

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