Nestor Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nestor Name at a Glance

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

What Does the Name Nestor Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nestor 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.

Nestor Name Origin

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

Is Nestor a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Nestor

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