Aeneas Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aeneas is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'praise.' It evolved from 'Aineias' in Ancient Greek to 'Aeneas' in Latin. The name is associated with traits of heroism and adventure, depicted in classical literature. There is no biblical relevance associated with Aeneas.
The name Aeneas is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aeneas has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aeneas' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12106th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4706th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6340th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aeneas' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aeneas"
Pronunciation
/əˈniːəs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Aeneas is derived from the Greek word 'ainos,' which means 'to praise' or 'to sing.' Aeneas is a hero from Greek and Roman mythology, known for his role in Homer's 'Iliad' and Virgil's 'Aeneid.'
Meaning
praise
Language Evolution
Aineias (Ancient Greek), Aeneas (Latin)
Historical Usage
Aeneas gained popularity in the ancient world due to his prominent role in literature, particularly in epic poetry, and has been used in various cultural contexts throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Aeneas, Aeneasios, Enéas
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Aeneas is not commonly used today but is recognized in literary and historical contexts, often associated with heroism and epic journeys.
Famous People
Aeneas Silvius Piccolomini (Pope Pius II), Aeneas Mackintosh (Scottish poet)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aeneas"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aeneas"
"Aeneas" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12106th of 16616 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4706th of 24088 | 285 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6340th of 23106 | 160 |
Regional Popularity of "Aeneas" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
47.72% 3561st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aeneas" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aeneas"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aeneas" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.