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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Hatred, the river of the underworld
- Origin
- Ancient Greek
- Pronunciation
- STIKS
Styx is an Ancient Greek name, pronounced STIKS, and it means "hatred, the river of the underworld." It's a short, one-syllable name with a hard, punchy sound. If you're considering it, expect it to stand out, since it carries a weighty meaning and a very direct sound.
Meaning & Origin of Styx
Meaning: Hatred, the river of the underworld.
Origin: Ancient Greek.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Styx
STIKSIPA /stɪks/
Popularity of Styx
Styx does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Styx mean?
Hatred, the river of the underworld. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Styx?
Styx is pronounced STIKS (IPA: /stɪks/).
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