Theseus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Theseus Name at a Glance

Name	Theseus
Meaning	A Midsummer Night's Dream' Duke of Athens.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Theseus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Theseus means “A Midsummer Night's Dream' Duke of Athens”. 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.

Theseus Name Origin

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

Is Theseus a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Theseus

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