The baby name Tereus is a boy name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "Teh-ree-us".
Tereus is Greek in Origin.
Tereus is a Greek name that means "piercing" or "piercer". In Greek mythology, Tereus was a Thracian king who married Procne, the daughter of King Pandion of Athens. However, Tereus later betrayed Procne and raped her sister Philomela, which led to a series of tragic events. The name Tereus has been used in literature and art, including in the works of Ovid and Shakespeare.
Tereus is a masculine name and is pronounced as "teh-REE-us". The name is composed of two Greek words, "tereo" meaning "to pierce" and "ous" meaning "ear". The name has been used in various forms in different languages, including Terence in English and Terenzio in Italian.
The origin of the name Tereus can be traced back to ancient Greece. It was a popular name among the Greeks and was often given to boys who were believed to be strong and brave. The mythological story of Tereus has also contributed to the popularity of the name. Today, the name Tereus is not as commonly used as it once was, but it still holds significance in Greek mythology and literature.
Tereus has the following similar or variant Names
- Tereus |
- Tereos |
- Tereusse |
- Tereusa |
- Tereuse |
- Tereuz |
- Tereuzs |
- Terev |
- Tereva |
- Tereve |
- Tereves |
- Terevi |
- Terevis |
- Terevo |
- Terevos |
- Terevu |
- Terevus |
- Terys |
- Teryse |
- Teryss |
- Terysse |
- Teryus |
- Teryuss