Boy Name

Orestes

"Mountain man; from Greek 'oros' meaning mountain."

About the Name Orestes

Meaning

Mountain man; from Greek 'oros' meaning mountain.

Origin

Greek

Gender

Boy

First Letter

O

Orestes is a boy name of Greek origin. The name means "Mountain man; from Greek 'oros' meaning mountain." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with O or explore other Greek names.

Popularity Over Time

#20
1950
#45
1960
#76
1970
#54
1980
#44
1990
#47
2000
#44
2010
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2020

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

Famous People Named Orestes

  • OB Orestes Brownson (19th-century philosopher/theologian)

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