Pericles - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Pericles \p(e)-ric-

is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "far-famed". Name of an Athenian statesman from Greece (fourth century BC) who supported both democracy and dominance of Athens. In the 19th century, slave owners in the South of America sometimes gave slaves classical names such as Pericles or Aeneas, and they have been passed on since in those families.

Baby names that sound like Pericles are Berkley, Berkeley, Barcley, Berklee and Brickel. Other similar baby names are Hercules and Herakles.

Pericles 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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