Platon

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Platon Pronunciation

Platon is pronounced plah-TOHN /plɑˈtoʊn/Medium

Meaning: The Greek/Russian form of Plato — from Greek platon, 'broad; broad-shouldered; wide'Low

In 30 seconds: Broad; broad-shouldered: Platon is the Greek/Russian Plato. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'plah-TOHN').

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MeaningThe Greek/Russian form of Plato — from Greek platon, 'broad; broad-shouldered; wide'

U.S. rank (2024)#7126 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2014

Total births (all-time)≈ 189

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Platon is the Greek/Russian form of Plato — from Greek platon, 'broad; broad-shouldered; wide' — a nickname of the great Athenian philosopher Plato. A crisp, classic name (said 'plah-TOHN').

In the U.S. it appears in Greek and Russian families. Rare, broad-and-broad-shouldered at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Plato comes from Greek platon, 'broad; broad-shouldered; wide' (a nickname of the great philosopher) — Platon is the Greek/Russian form, crisp and classic (said 'plah-TOHN').

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References — Platon — Greek etymology

Variations

PlatoPlatón

Themes & Styles

Greek

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Platon?

Platon is pronounced plah-TOHN (/plɑˈtoʊn/). Press play above to hear Platon said aloud.

How do you say Platon?

Platon is said plah-TOHN (/plɑˈtoʊn/). Press play above to hear Platon said aloud.

What does the name Platon mean?

Platon is the Greek/Russian Plato — Greek 'broad; broad-shouldered'.

Is Platon a boy or girl name?

Platon is a boy's name.

How popular is Platon?

Platon is a rare name in the U.S.