Acteon

Latin

"from Attica"

Acteon Origin and Meaning

The name Acteon is a boy's name.

Acteon comes from Greek mythology, where Actaeon was a famous hunter who accidentally stumbled upon the goddess Artemis bathing. As punishment for seeing her naked, she transformed him into a stag, and he was subsequently killed by his own hunting dogs. The name derives from Greek elements possibly meaning "shore" or "coast." As a given name, Acteon remains quite rare, appealing primarily to parents with an interest in classical mythology or those seeking a distinctive masculine name with historical depth. Despite its tragic mythological associations, the name conveys qualities of strength and connection to nature, particularly the wilderness and hunting.