Icarus

Greek mythology name
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Icarus Origin and Meaning

The name Icarus is a boy's name of Greek origin.

Icarus, the mythological figure famous for flying too close to the sun, has a couple of negatives: his rash reputation, and those "icky" nicknames.

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Famous People Named Icarus

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The name Icarus in Pop Culture

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