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.
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
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 11 births |
| 2021 | 8 births |
| 2020 | 5 births |
| 2019 | 5 births |
| 2018 | 8 births |
| 2015 | 7 births |
| 2014 | 10 births |
| 2013 | 7 births |
| 2012 | 8 births |
| 2011 | 7 births |
| 2010 | 6 births |
| 2009 | 11 births |
| 2008 | 11 births |
| 2007 | 8 births |
| 2006 | 7 births |
| 2005 | 9 births |
| 2004 | 12 births |
| 2002 | 9 births |
| 2001 | 12 births |
| 2000 | 12 births |
| 1999 | 15 births |
| 1998 | 14 births |
| 1997 | 10 births |
| 1996 | 8 births |
| 1995 | 11 births |
| 1994 | 11 births |
| 1993 | 9 births |
| 1992 | 12 births |
| 1991 | 10 births |
| 1990 | 13 births |
| 1989 | 9 births |
| 1988 | 11 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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