Achilles

Achilles Meaning & Origin

About Achilles
The name "Achilles" is of Greek origin and its meaning is often interpreted as "pain" or "grief." In Greek mythology, Achilles was a heroic figure and the central character of Homer's epic poem, the Iliad. He was known for his exceptional strength and bravery, but also for his vulnerability. The name "Achilles" has come to symbolize both the glory and the tragic fate of a hero.

🌍 Origin
πŸ“ Name Length
πŸ’¬ Number of Syllables
πŸ”  Starting Letter
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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Achilles are male.

Achilles Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -3.59% over the past year.

Pronunciation

πŸ“‡ Metaphone
AXLS
πŸ—½ NYSIIS
A
πŸ”Š Soundex
A20402
🎡 Syllabic Pronunciation
AH0 K IH1 L IY0 Z
🌐 IPA
/Ι™ΛˆkΙͺliz/
πŸ”Š Double Metaphone
('AXLS', 'AKLS')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
A242

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Achilles in Braille

Here's how to represent Achilles in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Achilles in braille

How to Spell the Name Achilles in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Achilles using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Achilles in sign language

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