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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Name of a mythological Sicilian king, son of Aphrodite (Poseidon in some accounts), known for a fatal fight with Heracles
- Origin
- Greek (mythological)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- EHR-iks
Eryx traces back to Greek mythology, where it was the name of a Sicilian king said to be a son of Aphrodite (Poseidon in some versions of the story) who was known for a fatal fight with Heracles. It's pronounced EHR-iks, and it has a clean, modern style for boys. If you're drawn to short, myth-rooted names, this is one with a specific story behind it rather than a soft, general meaning.
Meaning & Origin of Eryx
Meaning: Name of a mythological Sicilian king, son of Aphrodite (Poseidon in some accounts), known for a fatal fight with Heracles.
Origin: Greek (mythological).
How to Pronounce Eryx
EHR-iksIPA /ˈɛrɪks/
Popularity of Eryx
In U.S. Social Security data going back to 2005, Eryx hit its highest point on record in 2024, ranking #4219 with 25 babies given the name that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Eryx mean?
Name of a mythological Sicilian king, son of Aphrodite (Poseidon in some accounts), known for a fatal fight with Heracles.
How do you pronounce Eryx?
Eryx is pronounced EHR-iks (IPA: /ˈɛrɪks/).
Is Eryx a popular name right now?
Eryx is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #4219 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2005–2024.)
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