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Aeneas
Pronounced ə-NEE-əs /əˈni.əs/Medium
Meaning: From Greek Aineias — 'praised; the praiseworthy one' (linked to ainein, 'to praise'); the Trojan hero of Homer and VirgilLow
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History & Origin
Aeneas comes from Greek Aineias, 'praised; the praiseworthy one' (linked to ainein, 'to praise'; the origin is debated, which we note). The great Trojan hero of Homer's Iliad and Virgil's Aeneid — son of the goddess Aphrodite, who escaped fallen Troy and became the legendary ancestor of the Romans. A heroic, classic name (said 'ə-NEE-əs'; nickname Ennis).
In the U.S. it appears as a classical choice. Rare, the-praiseworthy-one at the root, and heroic.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Aeneas mean?
Aeneas is Greek 'praised; the praiseworthy one'; the Trojan hero of Homer and Virgil; the origin is debated.
How do you pronounce Aeneas?
It's said ə-NEE-əs /əˈni.əs/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Aeneas a boy or girl name?
Aeneas is a boy's name.
How popular is Aeneas?
Aeneas is a rare name in the U.S.