Names Merops

Merops

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Merops has multiple meanings, including "bee-eater" or "wise one". In Greek mythology, Merops was a king who gave asylum to Phaethon's sisters after their brother's disastrous fall from the sky. Additionally, Merops is a genus of bee-eating birds found in Africa, Asia, and Europe.
Popularity
Merops is a very uncommon name throughout the world. It is not ranked in the top 1000 baby names in any country.

cartoon of the name Merops
Cartoon of Merops

Merops Name meanings & History

The name Merops has multiple meanings, including "bee-eater" or "wise one". In Greek mythology, Merops was a king who gave asylum to Phaethon's sisters after their brother's disastrous fall from the sky. Additionally, Merops is a genus of bee-eating birds found in Africa, Asia, and Europe. From Greek μέροψ (merops) meaning "bee-eater", the bee-eater (species Merops apiaster) being a type of bird; allegedly it was used to mean "mortal". This word can mean "with face turned", derived from Greek μέρος (meros) "part" and ὤψ (ôps) "eye, face". While it is not a common name, Merops can be used for boys as a potentially unique and meaningful option.

Zodiac Sign of Merops: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Merops:

M: Manipulative,Mother,Mushy,Memory,Memorabilia,Maternal,Mommy

E: Enliven,Exaggerate,Enlighten,Expressive,Environment,Entertain

R: Reason,Restless,Resourceful,Rational

O: Obstinate,Obsolete,Obsessive,Ostentatious,Organized

P: Political,Passive,Particular,Partnership,Pensive

S: Success,Sensuality,Solidity,Sex,Status,Security,Social Standing

Merops is:

  • a Nerdy name
  • a Serious name
  • a Simple name
  • a Urban name