The baby name Asklepios is a unisex name, 3 syllables long and is pronounced "As-KLEE-pee-ohs".
Asklepios is Ancient Greek and Greek in Origin.
Asklepios is a Greek name that means "to cut open" or "to dissect." It is derived from the Greek word "askolopos," which refers to a surgeon or healer. In Greek mythology, Asklepios was the god of medicine and healing, and was often depicted holding a staff with a serpent wrapped around it, which has become a symbol of medicine to this day. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, and is still used in modern times.
The name Asklepios is typically associated with males, although it can be used for females as well. The pronunciation of the name is "as-KLAY-pee-ohs" or "as-KLEE-pee-ohs," depending on the speaker's accent. The name has its origins in ancient Greece, where it was used as a given name for boys. It has since spread to other cultures and languages, and can be found in various forms, such as Asclepius, Asclepios, and Asclepiades.
The name Asklepios is composed of two parts: "asko," meaning "to cut open," and "lepios," meaning "to heal." This reflects the god's role as a healer and surgeon in Greek mythology. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, and has been associated with medicine and healing. Today, it is still used as a given name in some cultures, and is also used in the names of medical institutions and organizations.
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