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  SOCRATES

The meaning of the boy name Socrates is NAME OF A PHILOSOPHER .

Details on SOCRATES:

Gender:
Boy
Meaning(s):
Name of a philosopher
Popularity for Boy:
16,409th in the USA (bottom 5%)
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

11 births
SOCRATES as a BOY in 2022

The meaning(s) of SOCRATES:

The name Socrates is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Socrates is: Name of a philosopher.
Greek meaning

USA birth(s) for SOCRATES by year:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name SOCRATES

 SOCRATES as a boy

YearBoy Births
202211 births
20218 births
20205 births
20195 births
20188 births
20157 births
201410 births
20137 births
20128 births
20117 births
20106 births
200911 births
200811 births
20078 births
20067 births
20059 births
200412 births
20029 births
200112 births
200012 births
199915 births
199814 births
199710 births
19968 births
199511 births
199411 births
19939 births
199212 births
199110 births
199013 births
19899 births
198811 births

About the name SOCRATES

Socrates, a name steeped in the rich soil of ancient philosophy, traces its origins to the Greek word "sokratēs," meaning "having a safe power." This name resonates with intellectual strength and a quest for truth, evoking images of the great Athenian philosopher whose legacy continues to inspire seekers of wisdom across the ages. Symbolically, Socrates embodies the virtues of inquiry, dialogue, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge, making it a name that encourages curiosity and critical thinking in its bearer. While primarily associated with Greece, where the echoes of Socratic thought still ripple through its vibrant culture, the name has found a place in various corners of the world, from the scholarly halls of academia in the United States to the artistic enclaves of Latin America. In contemporary times, Socrates stands as a timeless choice for parents who wish to imbue their child with a sense of philosophical depth and moral integrity, making it not just a name, but a legacy of thoughtful exploration and enlightenment.

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