Dioscurus

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Dioscurus is derived from the Greek word Dioskouroi, meaning "sons of Zeus". In Greek mythology, Castor and Pollux were known as the Dioscuri, divine twins that were worshipped as protectors of sailors and travelers.
Popularity
The name Dioscurus is considered rare and is not commonly used in modern times.

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Cartoon of Dioscurus

Dioscurus Name meanings & History

The name Dioscurus is derived from the Greek word Dioskouroi, meaning "sons of Zeus". In Greek mythology, Castor and Pollux were known as the Dioscuri, divine twins that were worshipped as protectors of sailors and travelers. Latinized form of Dioskouros. Due to its ancient origins and religious significance, the name Dioscurus is often used in Christian and Roman Catholic contexts. It is also used as a given name in Greece and other countries with Greek heritage.

Zodiac Sign of Dioscurus: Domestic Cancer

Synonyms of Dioscurus:

D: Doting,Dutiful,Determined,Daddy,Domestic,Demanding

I: Intimate,Indulgence,Involved

O: Obsessive,Ostentatious,Obsolete,Organized,Obstinate

S: Sensuality,Sex,Solidity,Security,Social Standing,Success,Status

C: Choice,Candid,Clever,Cute,Curious,Chatty,Copycat

U: Universality,Understanding,Utopia,Unity,Undermining

R: Reason,Rational,Restless,Resourceful

Dioscurus is:

  • a Common name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Serious name
  • a Strange name

Related Names to Dioscurus

Some related names include Castor, Pollux, and Dioscuros.