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Achilleus

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Pronounced uh-KIL-yoos /əˈkɪl.juːs/Medium

Meaning: The Greek form of Achilles, the great warrior hero of Homer's Iliad. The name's ancient root is uncertain, sometimes linked to words for 'grief' or a river name. Noted respectfully as a classical Greek name.Low

In 30 seconds: A heroic classical name: Achilleus is the Greek form of Achilles, hero of the Iliad (said 'uh-KIL-yoos').

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MeaningThe Greek form of Achilles, the great warrior hero of Homer's Iliad. The name's ancient root is uncertain, sometimes linked to words for 'grief' or a river name. Noted respectfully as a classical Greek name.

U.S. rank (2024)#12330 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 100

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Achilleus is the Greek form of Achilles, the warrior hero of Homer's Iliad, famed for his strength and his vulnerable heel. The name's ancient root is uncertain — sometimes linked to 'grief' or a river name — which we note (said 'uh-KIL-yoos').

In the U.S. it appears only rarely for boys. Rare, heroic, and classical.

Did you know? Achilleus is the Greek form of Achilles, the great warrior of Homer's Iliad; the ancient root of the name is debated, sometimes tied to words for 'grief' (said 'uh-KIL-yoos').

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References — Achilleus — Greek form of Achilles; ancient root uncertain

Variations

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Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Achilleus mean?

Achilleus is the Greek form of Achilles, the hero of the Iliad; the ancient root is uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Achilleus?

It's said uh-KIL-yoos /əˈkɪl.juːs/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Achilleus a boy or girl name?

Achilleus is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Achilleus?

Achilleus is rare for boys in the U.S.