Daedalus - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Daedalus \

is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "craftsman". Greek mythology: Daedalus was a master craftsman and the designer of King Minos' labyrinth. To keep his services, Minos had him imprisoned in the labyrinth, and Daedalus made wings from wax and feathers for himself and his son Icarus to escape.

Daedalus has 2 variant forms: Daldalos and Dedalus.

Daedalus is an uncommon first name for men and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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