Helios Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

At a Glance: Name: Helios – Meaning: the sun – Origin: Greek – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: HEE-lee-os

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Helios comes from Greek, meaning "the sun." It's a name with real weight behind it, even though it's still quite rare among American babies. If you're drawn to nature-inspired names with clear, striking meanings, Helios is worth a look.

Meaning & Origin of Helios

Meaning: The sun.

Origin: Greek.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Helios

Phonetic: HEE-lee-os   IPA: /ˈhiːlioʊs/

Popularity of Helios

Helios reached its high point in 2022, ranking #2685 with 49 babies given the name, then eased slightly to #2881 in 2024 with 44 babies — a small, steady presence in Social Security data from 2000 through 2024.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2000–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Helios mean?

The sun. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Helios)

How do you pronounce Helios?

Helios is pronounced HEE-lee-os (IPA: /ˈhiːlioʊs/).

Is Helios a popular name right now?

Helios is near its all-time peak (#2685 in 2022), ranked #2881 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2000–2024.)

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