Plato - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Plato \p-la-

is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "broad-shouldered". The nickname given the famous Greek philosopher by his teacher in athletics in honor of his broad physique. He was given the name Aristocles at birth.

Plato has 1 variant form: Platon.

Baby names that sound like Plato are Platt and Pluto.

Plato is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#28487 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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