Mythological boy names: Adventure and Nobility in One Name

Adventurous mythological boy names like Apollo, Atlas, or Zeus stem from iconic heroes yet retain modern appeal. Mythological names often signify strength, wisdom and other noble qualities - perfect for your little prince! You may also consider godly names from various traditions, like the Hindu deity Aarav or Maori sea god Tangaroa. When selecting the ideal mythological name for your baby boy, opt for something simple and versatile enough to grow with him. Check how it pairs with your last name too. Most importantly, choose something representing the very best of human nature that suits your child completely!

Achilles: In Greek mythology, Achilles was a fierce Greek warrior and hero of the Trojan War. He was known for his courage and strength. A key figure in Homer's Iliad, Achilles was the son of the goddess Thetis and mortal hero Peleus. His mother dipped him in the river Styx as a baby to make him invulnerable except for his heel.

Adonis: In Greek mythology, Adonis was a handsome young man loved by both the goddess Aphrodite and Persephone, queen of the underworld. His beauty inspired rivalry between the goddesses. Later connected with vegetation and fertility deities. Name means "my lord" in Semitic languages.

Ajax: In Greek legend Ajax was a powerful warrior who fought in the Trojan War on the side of the Greeks. Known for his bravery as well as arrogance, he committed suicide after not being awarded Achilles armor. The name Ajax comes from the Greek word "aias" meaning to "mourn, grieve".

Apollo: Greek and Roman god of music, poetry, healing and prophecy. Son of Zeus and brother of Artemis. He was depicted as an archer carrying a bow and arrow. Apollo was associated with the sun and as an oracular deity who had the power to communicate prophecies through his priestess.

Ares: Greek god of war and violence, son of Zeus and Hera. He was unpopular among the gods due to his quick temper and aggressive characteristics. However, Ares was among the bravest and strongest of the Olympian gods and a formidable warrior.

Baldur: In Norse mythology, Baldur was the son of Odin and Frigg and was loved by all the gods and goddesses. His death is seen as the start of Ragnarok. Baldur was associated with light, beauty, innocence, and peace in Norse myths.

Ganymede: In Greek mythology, Ganymede was a youth of great beauty who was desired and ultimately abducted by Zeus in the form of an eagle. Zeus later placed him in a position of cup bearer for the gods on Mount Olympus. His name is associated with homosexual love and relationships.

Gilgamesh: The main character of the ancient Mesopotamian epic poem bearing his name. Gilgamesh was a legendary king and hero. After losing his friend Enkidu, Gilgamesh pursued immortality but eventually failed, realizing he must embrace and accept his mortality.

Helios: In Greek mythology Helios was the personification of the sun itself. He was depicted as a handsome god crowned with the shining aureole of the sun, driving his chariot to Earth. His Roman counterpart was Sol.

Hercules: The most famous Greek mythological hero celebrated for his superhuman strength. Son of Zeus and the mortal woman Alcmene. Performed twelve seemingly impossible labors after going temporarily insane and murdering his own wife and children. Seen as epitome of masculinity.

Hermes: Messenger of the gods in Greek mythology as well as a trickster. Guide of dead souls to afterlife and god of merchants, thieves. Depicted wearing winged sandals and hat. The Roman version of Hermes is Mercury.

Icarus: In Greek mythology, Icarus attempted to escape Crete by flying with wings made of feathers and wax by his father Daedalus. But he flew too close to the sun, his wings melted, and he fell into the sea and drowned. His name is a byword for overconfidence and reckless daring.

Jason: A hero in Greek mythology, leader of the Argonauts and famous for retrieving the Golden Fleece from King Aeetes with the help of the king's daughter, the sorceress Medea. Jason's name comes from the Greek word meaning "to heal".

Krishna: Major Hindu god worshipped as the eighth avatar of Vishnu. Associated with love, tenderness, compassion and valor. Played a vital role in the great war depicted in the Indian epic Mahabharata by serving as the charioteer of the Pandava prince Arjuna.

Midas: In Greek mythology, Midas was a king who was famous for his ability to turn anything he touched into gold. However this came to be seen as a curse when he was unable to eat because his food turned to gold. His name is now associated with the pursuit of wealth.

Narcissus: In Greek myth, a young man of great beauty who fell in love with his own reflection and wasted away gazing at it until he was transformed into the narcissus flower. His name is basis for the term narcissism, excessive self-love or self-centeredness.

Neptune: Roman god of the sea. Greek equivalent is Poseidon. Depicted holding a trident representing his ability to create storms and summon tidal waves as well as calm the turbulent seas.

Odysseus: Legendary Greek king of Ithaca and hero whose exploits in returning home after the Trojan War are detailed in Homer's epic poem the Odyssey. Odysseus was known for his courage, intelligence and skill.

Orion: A giant huntsman in Greek mythology pursued by Artemis. He was killed either by her or a deadly scorpion. He was later placed in stars as the constellation Orion by Zeus. Orion was associated with stormy weather and winter season.

Pan: Greek god of nature, the wild, shepherds, flocks, rustic music and improbable love. Depicted as half man, half goat. Pan's name means "pasturer". He was known for roaming the mountains and forests playing his flute.

Paris: A prince of Troy whose abduction of the Greek queen Helen resulted in the Trojan War according to Greek legends. Paris was asked to judge a beauty contest between goddesses Hera, Athena and Aphrodite and chose Aphrodite as the winner.

Perseus: A Greek mythological hero famed for defeating the Gorgon Medusa and rescuing Princess Andromeda from the sea monster Cetus. With the help of the gods he used the head of Medusa which could turn onlookers into stone to complete these feats.

Phoenix: According to Greek mythology, an immortal, majestic bird cyclically regenerates or is reborn, associated with the sun. The phoenix obtained new life by rising from the ashes of its predecessor. A symbol of renewal, immortality and spiritual rebirth or resurrection.

Poseidon: Greek god of the sea, droughts, floods, earthquakes, horses. Depicted as carrying a trident representing control over oceans. Known for volatile personality and disputes with other gods.

Prometheus: In Greek mythology, a Titan god who defied Zeus by giving humanity the gift of fire, allowing progress and civilization. He was severely punished by Zeus as a result. His name means "forethought" and he was considered cunning but ultimately a benefactor to mankind.

Rama: Hero of the Hindu epic Ramayana, revered as an incarnation of Vishnu. With help of an army of monkeys, Rama saved his wife Sita who had been abducted by the demon king Ravana. He epitomizes virtue, morality and ethical values.

Romulus: Legendary founder and first king of Rome. Romulus and his twin brother Remus were the sons of Mars and a Vestal Virgin. They were abandoned and suckled by a she-wolf as infants before eventually founding the city of Rome.

Thor: Norse god associated with thunder, strength, fertility and protection of mankind. Depicted as a powerfully built man wielding a mighty hammer with which he could create storms and lightning. The son of Odin, he battled hostile giants and was strongest of the Aesir gods.

Triton: In Greek mythology, Triton is the son of Poseidon and Amphitrite. He is depicted as having the upper body of a human man and the tailed lower body of a fish. Triton served as Poseidon's herald and blew a twisted conch shell trumpet to control the waves.

Zeus: Supreme ruler of Mount Olympus and king of the gods in Greek mythology. God of justice, lightning and thunder known for upholding cosmic order but also for his extramarital affairs resulting in many offspring. Seen as a powerful, magnanimous yet at times wrathful god.