Heracles

Heracles is a Latinized form of the Greek name Herakles ‎(Ἡρακλῆς). Translated, it means 'the glory of Hera.'

What does the name Heracles mean?

The name Heracles, a Latinized variant of the Greek Herakles ‎(Ἡρακλῆς), carries the meaning 'the glory of Hera.' Hera is revered in Greek mythology as the queen of the gods. The origin elements of the name come from Ancient Greek, derived from Hḗrā ‎(Ἥρᾱ), meaning 'name of the goddess Hera' or 'the planet Venus,' and kléos (κλέος), meaning 'glory,' 'honor,' 'fame,' or 'report.' Heracles was a hero in Greek and Roman mythology, the son of Zeus and the mortal Alcmene. The name exists in various spellings, including Héracles (Portuguese), Hèracles (Catalan and Spanish), and Héraclès (French). Other variations include Herakleios, Heraclius, Hercules, Hercule, Herkules, Hercli, Irakli, Iraklis, Ercole, and Ercwlff.

Where does the name Heracles come from?

Heracles is an ancient Greek male first name, meaning 'the glory of Hera.' The word components consist of Hḗrā ‎(Ἥρᾱ), meaning 'name of the goddess Hera' or 'the planet Venus,' and kléos (κλέος), which describes 'glory,' 'honor,' 'fame,' or 'report.' The name is widespread in various languages, including French, Catalan, Latinized, Portuguese, and Spanish.

How do you pronounce Heracles?

He-ra-kles

Popularity

In Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, the first name Heracles is variably common. In Germany, it is most frequently found in Baden-Württemberg at 100.0%. Currently, there are no statistical data available in Austria. In Switzerland, the name is prevalent in Glarus, Neuchâtel, and Uri, each with 33.3%. If you carry the name Heracles, we would appreciate information about your home region to expand our statistics.

Famous people

• Heracles Karpusi (anime character from Hetalia)
• Heracles Paiva Aguiar (footballer from Brazil)