Antaris

The first name Antaris is an alternative spelling of Antares. Symbolically, this Greek name means "against Ares" or "against Mars."

What does the name Antaris mean?

Antaris, as a masculine first name, is derived from Antares. Symbolically, it stands for "against Ares" or "against Mars." The roots of the name can be found in the Ancient Greek word 'anti' (ἀντί), meaning 'against', 'opposite', or 'in comparison to', and refer to the name Ares. The Greek god of war Ares, known as Mars by the Romans, has a similar color and brightness to Antares, which often leads to confusion between the two celestial bodies as they frequently appear near the ecliptic. Additionally, Antares is the brightest star in the zodiac sign of Scorpio.

Where does the name Antaris come from?

The name Antaris has Ancient Greek roots and means "against Ares."

How do you pronounce Antaris?

The pronunciation of Antaris is three syllables and clearly structured. In German, the name is typically articulated as "An-ta-ris" [anˈtaː.ʁɪs], combining open syllables with a distinct ending. The '-ris' gives the name a slightly tense, precise final note, providing it with a clear form. Overall, Antaris radiates vitality, structure, and modernity – clear, dynamic, and with a fresh, independent presence.

Popularity

In Germany, Antaris is a somewhat uncommon first name. It has never ranked in the German first name charts. In Austria, the name reached its highest position in 2020 at 1,751st place in the first name charts. In the last ten years, Antaris has been chosen as a first name there fewer than ten times, placing it at 4,431st in the ten-year statistics. From 1984 to 2024, it ranks 6,220th in Austria.

Nicknames & pet names

Ant / Tari / Taris

Famous people

• Antares (One of the horses in Ben Hur was named Antares)