Pericles Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Pericles Name at a Glance

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

What Does the Name Pericles Mean?

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

Pericles Name Origin

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

Is Pericles a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Pericles

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