Calchas Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Calchas Name at a Glance

Name	Calchas
Meaning	'The History of Troilus and Cressida' A Trojan priest, taking part with the Greeks.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Calchas Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Calchas means “'The History of Troilus and Cressida' A Trojan priest, taking part with the Greeks”. 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.

Calchas Name Origin

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

Is Calchas a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Calchas

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