Achilles
Boy · Greek
achilles · 3 beats
Meaning
Pain, distress; the Iliad's greatest warrior with one fatal heel.
The vibe
Achilles is bronze and salt. Vintage and strongly grounded, he is the name of someone whose courage is matched by a real, beautiful vulnerability — heroic, complex, unforgettable.
Quick questions
Is Achilles a boy's or a girl's name?
Achilles is a boy's name of Greek origin.
What is a good nickname for Achilles?
Achi is the natural nickname for Achilles.
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