Pericles

Greek

"far-famed"

Pericles Origin and Meaning

The name Pericles is a boy's name of Greek origin meaning "far-famed".

Ancient Athenian statesman whose name was once used in the US mostly for enslaved people, following a trend for names of ancient figures.

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Famous People Named Pericles

• Pericles ancient Greek statesman
• Pericles Pantazis Greek impressionist painter
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The name Pericles in Pop Culture

• "Pericles Prince of Tyre," play by William Shakespeare
• Professor Pericles evil mastermind parrot in Scooby,Doo cartoons.