Male Name
Thanos
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
Greece in the Eurovision Song Contest
isograms
Marvel characters
Tamora Pierce characters
Writing Systems
ΘάνοςGreek
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
73/100
classic65%
mature100%
formal80%
upper class100%
strong120%
strange100%
serious120%
Meaning & Etymology
Thanos is a diminutive form of the name Athanasios, which originates from Greek, meaning 'immortal'. In modern contexts, Thanos is widely recognized as a supervillain in Marvel Comics, created by Jim Starlin. The character embodies themes of power, destruction, and a twisted sense of justice, often clashing with major superhero teams like the Avengers and the Guardians of the Galaxy.
Etymology
Original Form:
Athanasios
Evolution:
The name Thanos evolved as a diminutive form of Athanasios, a Greek name meaning 'immortal'. Over time, it gained recognition through its association with the Marvel Comics character.
Source:
Greek