Declining since 2022, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Kratos since 2008
Babies named Kratos per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 16 |
| 2010s | 98 |
| 2020s | 77 |
Meaning & origin
Kratos is a rare masculine name of Greek origin meaning 'strength'. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2008, closely following the release of the first 'God of War' video game in 2005. The name saw a gradual increase in usage, reaching its peak rank in 2023. By 2025 it ranked 7,679th, with approximately 1 in 170,808 newborn boys receiving the name. Its trajectory has been falling since 2022, suggesting a brief spike tied to the franchise's ongoing popularity. The name has not been recorded in any top state data, indicating its usage is scattered and uncommon. Unlike many mythological names that have centuries of continuous use, Kratos is a modern adoption, driven primarily by pop culture rather than historical naming traditions.
Kratos is the ancient Greek word for 'strength' or 'power'. In Greek mythology, Kratos was a divine personification of strength and power, a son of the Titan Pallas and the river Styx, who served as an enforcer for Zeus. The name gained modern popularity as the protagonist of the 'God of War' video game series, first appearing in 2005 and continuing through sequels, though its use as a given name began shortly after.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Krat
Sibling names for Kratos
Names that share Kratos's style, for a brother or sister.
