Cadmus - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Cadmus \c(a)-d

is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "from the east". Greek mythology: Cadmus is the founder of the city of Thebes, who ultimately turned into a serpent. He is also credited with the invention of writing in letters.

Cadmus has 6 variant forms: Cadmar, Cadmo, Cadmos, Cadmuss, Kadmos and Kadmus.

Cadmus is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#36158 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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