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Nereus
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- Name
- Nereus
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In Greek mythology, Nereus is the god of the sea, known as 'the Swimmer.'
What does the name Nereus mean?
Nereus refers to the sea god in Greek mythology, who is also known as 'the Swimmer.'
Where does the name Nereus come from?
The name Nereus has its roots in ancient Greek and belongs to the category of male first names.
When is the name day of Nereus?
May 12
Popularity
In Germany, Nereus is a rather rare first name. In 2015, it ranked 2,705th on the list of the most common male first names. In the last ten years, it has been used as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 6,739th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 8,037th.
Nicknames & pet names
Nero
Similar first names
Nereo
Famous people
- Saint Nereus (c. 304, soldier, martyr)
Frequently asked questions about the name Nereus
What does the name Nereus mean?
Nereus is the god of the sea in Greek mythology and is also referred to as 'the Swimmer.'
Where does the name Nereus come from?
The name has its roots in ancient Greek and belongs to the group of male first names.
How popular is the name Nereus?
The name Nereus enjoys only limited popularity in modern times and is rather rarely given.