Declining since 2002, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Aeneas since 1995
Babies named Aeneas per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 52 |
| 2000s | 215 |
| 2010s | 114 |
| 2020s | 91 |
Meaning & origin
Aeneas is a rare and scholarly choice, drawing directly from classical mythology. In the United States, the name first appeared on the Social Security Administration's records in 1995, but it has never been common. It reached its peak popularity in 2002, when it ranked 8243, but has since seen a gradual decline. As of 2025, the name is given to roughly 1 in every 189,786 boys, placing it well outside the mainstream. Its rarity may appeal to parents seeking a name with deep literary and historical roots, particularly those with an interest in the Greco-Roman tradition.
Aeneas is a name of Greek origin, derived from the mythological Trojan hero Aeneas, son of Anchises and Aphrodite. The name was popularized in Roman culture through Virgil's epic poem the Aeneid, which recounts Aeneas's journey to Italy where he became the ancestor of the Romans. The meaning is uncertain but may be related to the Greek word 'ainos' meaning 'praise'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ene, Nae
Variants: Aineias, Aineias
Sibling names for Aeneas
Names that share Aeneas's style, for a brother or sister.
