Ajax
Found 4 entry about "Ajax"
Αἴας(Ancient Greek)
AY-jaks(English)
Ajax Name meanings & History
Ajax is a name of Greek origin that comes from the Greek mythological hero, Ajax the Great. Ajax was one of the most skilled warriors in the Trojan War. Ajax means "eagle" or "the earth" in Greek. From the Greek name Αἴας (Aias), perhaps deriving from Greek αἰαστής (aiastes) meaning "mourner" or αἶα (aia) meaning "earth, land". In Greek mythology this was the name of two of the heroes who fought for the Greeks in the Trojan War, the son of Telamon and the son of Oileus. When the armour of the slain hero Achilles was not given to Ajax Telamonian, he became mad with jealousy and killed himself. Ajax is a name that can be used for boys. It is a unique and powerful name that is perfect for parents looking for a strong name for their son.
Zodiac Sign of Ajax: Action Aries
Synonyms of Ajax:
A: Argumentative,Ambitious,Angry,Assertive,Aggressive,Action
J: Journal,Jester,Judicial,Joy,Justice,Journey
X: Exhaustive,Extravagant,Exaggeration,Extensive,X marks' the spot,Extreme,Excitement
Ajax is:- a Class name
- a Classic name
- a Devious name
- a Rough name
- a Strange name
- a Strong name
- a Upper name
- a Youthful name
Famous People
Ajax is a popular name in sports. Some famous people with the name Ajax include Ajax Cape Town (South African football club), Ajax Amsterdam (Dutch football club), and Ajax the Great (Greek mythological figure).
2.) AJAX (Male)
Usage:
Meanings: Derived from the Greek Aias (alas). The name is borne in Greek mythology by two Greeks renowned for their valor and prowess. Ajax Telamon was a strong and brave warrior who led the Greeks in the Trojan War after Achilles withdrew. After Achilles returned, was killed, and his armor given to Odysseus, Ajax slew himself in a fit of jealousy. Ajax the Lesser, one of the swiftest runners in the Greek Army, was shipwrecked because he saved Cassandra from the altar of Athena. (A-JAX)
