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Name
Achilles
Origin
Ancient greek
Gender
Male
Meaning
best of men
Detailed Meaning
From Greek roots meaning best and man, this name was borne by the greatest Greek hero of the Trojan War. It embodies martial excellence, honor, and tragic heroism.
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Syllable Breakdown
1. a (prefix)
2. chil (middle)
3. les (suffix)
This breakdown helps explain how the final name is built and why it sounds the way it does.
Achilles Name Meaning and Style
Achilles is a male name of Ancient greek origin, meaning best of men.
It appears in the Greek, Mythological name collections and has 3 syllables. Browse the related Ancient greek names below for alternatives with a similar background.
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