Boy Name

Diogenes

"Born of Zeus; divine origin from Greek elements 'dios' (of Zeus) and 'genes' (born)."

About the Name Diogenes

Meaning

Born of Zeus; divine origin from Greek elements 'dios' (of Zeus) and 'genes' (born).

Origin

Greek

Gender

Boy

First Letter

Diogenes is a boy name of Greek origin. The name means "Born of Zeus; divine origin from Greek elements 'dios' (of Zeus) and 'genes' (born)." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with D or explore other Greek names.

Popularity Over Time

1950

1960

#38

1970

#32

1980

#45

1990

#26

2000

#12

2010

2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Diogenes

Do Diogenes of Sinope (ancient Greek philosopher)
DL Diogenes Laërtius (ancient Greek historian)

Names Similar to Diogenes

Dion

Boy

English #1116

Dionysus

Boy

Greek god of wine, theater, and ecstasy; etymology combines 'Dios' (Zeus) with Mount Nysa.

Greek #12748

Quick Facts

Syllables: 3
Letters: 8
Starts with: D
Origin: Greek