The baby name Amycus is a boy name, 3 syllables long and is pronounced "a-MY-kus".
Amycus is a Greek name that means "defender" or "champion". In Greek mythology, Amycus was a son of Poseidon and a boxer who fought against the Argonauts. The name has been used in literature and popular culture, including in the Harry Potter series as the name of a character in the Triwizard Tournament.
The gender of the name Amycus is masculine. It is pronounced as "AM-ih-kus" or "uh-MY-kus". The name is composed of two Greek words: "a" meaning "not" or "without" and "mykes" meaning "fungus". However, the meaning of the name is not related to these components.
The origin of the name Amycus can be traced back to ancient Greece. It was a popular name among the Greeks and has been used in various forms throughout history. The name has also been adopted by other cultures, including the Romans who used the name Amicus. Today, the name is not as commonly used but still has a strong presence in literature and mythology.