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Kratos

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Kratos Pronunciation

Kratos is pronounced KRAY-tos /ˈkreɪ.tɒs/Medium

Meaning: From Greek kratos, 'strength; power; might' — the personification of strength in Greek myth, and the lead of the God of War games; we note the sourceLow

In 30 seconds: Strength; power; might: Kratos is Greek. Crisp, bold, and warm (said 'KRAY-tos').

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MeaningFrom Greek kratos, 'strength; power; might' — the personification of strength in Greek myth, and the lead of the God of War games; we note the source

U.S. rank (2024)#7499 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 181

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Kratos comes from Greek kratos, 'strength; power; might' — the personification of strength in Greek myth, and the protagonist of the God of War games (we note the source). A crisp, bold name (said 'KRAY-tos').

In the U.S. it registers thinly. Rare, strength-and-might at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Kratos means 'strength; power; might' in Greek — the personification of strength in myth, and the lead of the God of War games — a crisp, bold name (we note the source; said 'KRAY-tos').

Overall data confidence 36%

References — Kratos — mythology/pop-culture source noted

Variations

CratosKratoss

Themes & Styles

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Kratos?

Kratos is pronounced KRAY-tos (/ˈkreɪ.tɒs/). Press play above to hear Kratos said aloud.

How do you say Kratos?

Kratos is said KRAY-tos (/ˈkreɪ.tɒs/). Press play above to hear Kratos said aloud.

What does the name Kratos mean?

Kratos is Greek for 'strength; power; might' — a personification of strength, and the God of War lead. We note the source.

Is Kratos a boy or girl name?

Kratos is a boy's name.

How popular is Kratos?

Kratos is a rare name in the U.S.