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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Praiseworthy
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- ih-NEE-us
Aeneas is a Greek name meaning "praiseworthy." It's pronounced ih-NEE-us, with the stress on the middle syllable, so it's easy to say once you've heard it once.
Meaning & Origin of Aeneas
Meaning: Praiseworthy.
Origin: Greek.
How to Pronounce Aeneas
ih-NEE-usIPA /ɪˈniː.əs/
Popularity of Aeneas
Aeneas is a rare pick in the U.S. It peaked at #2559 in 2002, when 38 babies were given the name, and in 2024 it ranked #5650 with 16 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Aeneas mean?
Praiseworthy.
How do you pronounce Aeneas?
Aeneas is pronounced ih-NEE-us (IPA: /ɪˈniː.əs/).
Is Aeneas a popular name right now?
Aeneas peaked at #2559 in 2002 and is ranked #5650 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1995–2024.)
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