♂ Name Hercules

Q: What does the name Hercules mean?

Hercules means 'glory of Hera' (from the goddess 'Hera' + ancient Greek 'kléos/κλέος' = glory/fame).

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Hercules is a ♂ boy name.

Where does the name Hercules come from?

Hercules is a Latin variant of the name Herakles, a character from Greek mythology. He was a son of Zeus and Alcmene and the twin brother of Iphicles.

What does the name Hercules mean?

Hercules means “glory of Hera“ (from the goddess “Hera” + ancient Greek “kléos/κλέος” = glory/fame).

Pronunciation of Hercules

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Variants

Herkules

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Popularity of the name Hercules

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