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Ikarus is a male first name that represents the German variant of the Greek name Ikaros (Ἴκαρος). The translation of the name is 'the one who reaches the sky'.
What does the name Ikarus mean?
The name Ikarus has its roots in Ancient Greek and means 'the one who reaches the sky'. It is composed of the terms hḗkō (ἥκω), which means 'to have come', 'to be present', or 'to have reached a point', and āḗr (ᾱ̓ήρ), which means 'mist', 'air', 'wind', or 'space'. In everyday language, Ikarus is sometimes referred to as 'the flying one' or 'the sun-near one', which is also the reason for the naming of an asteroid that temporarily resides within Mercury's orbit. In Greek mythology, Ikarus is the son of Daedalus, the builder of the labyrinth. With a flying device constructed by his father, he flew too close to the sun, causing the wax of his wings to melt and leading him to fall into the sea. The Turkish spelling of the name is İkarus. Other variants include Icarus, Ickarus, Icaro, Icar, Ikar, and Ikarosz.
Where does the name Ikarus come from?
The name Ikarus has its origin in Ancient Greek and means 'the one who reaches the sky'.
How do you pronounce Ikarus?
The pronunciation of the name Ikarus is three syllables and is clearly structured. In German pronunciation, it is typically pronounced as 'I-ka-rus' [ˈiːkaʁʊs], which creates a stable, rhythmic sound sequence. The 'ru' adds a certain depth to the sound, while the '-us' provides a classical ending. Thus, Ikarus radiates strength and openness - clearly structured, sonorous, and with a distinctly ancient, heroic note.
Popularity
In Germany, Ikarus is among the rarer first names. Currently, it ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2010, when it ranked 1,532nd. In the last ten years, Ikarus has been given as a first name about 10 times, which places it 6,380th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,098th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ika / Iki / Karu
Famous people
- Ikarus (figure of Greek mythology)
Frequently asked questions about the name Ikarus
What is the origin of the name Ikarus?
The name Ikarus comes from Ancient Greek and means 'the one who reaches the sky'.
What does the name Ikarus mean?
Ikarus is composed of the Greek words for 'to have come' and 'air', linking it to flying and reaching heights.
How popular is the name Ikarus?
Ikarus is known in many cultures, especially through mythology, but it is rather rare in modern naming usage.