Antiochus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Antiochus Name at a Glance

Name	Antiochus
Meaning	'Pericles, Prince of Tyre' King of Antioch.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Antiochus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Antiochus means “'Pericles, Prince of Tyre' King of Antioch”. 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.

Antiochus Name Origin

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

Is Antiochus a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Antiochus

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