Androcles

Greek
"glorious man"

Androcles Origin and Meaning

The name Androcles is a boy's name of Greek origin meaning "glorious man".

Mythological name with a fabulous meaning. Sure it's weighty, but so is Aphrodite; Andy is an easy nickname choice to make this name more wearable in the classroom.

Androcles in Pop Culture

  • "Androcles and the Lion
    " Roman folk tale about a man who pulls a thorn from a lion's paw, only to later be saved by the lion