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Pericles is a masculine name of Greek origin meaning exceeding glory. Pericles is associated with a elegant aesthetic.

Last reviewed · 2026-05-18

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What does Pericles mean?

Pericles means exceeding glory and comes from Greek origin.

xceedingly glorious, this name evokes the grandeur of ancient Athens and its storied history. With three lyrical syllables, Pericles has a rhythmic quality that signifies both strength and wisdom, reminiscent of influential figures in history.

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How does Pericles sound?

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How popular is Pericles?

In 2026, Pericles sits outside the U.S. SSA top-1000 chart, with 145 years of historical data on record.

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About the name Pericles

What does the name Pericles mean?
Pericles means exceeding glory and comes from Greek origin.
Where does the name Pericles come from?
Pericles traces to a Greek origin and continues to appear in U.S. SSA records.
How popular is the name Pericles?
Pericles currently sits outside the U.S. SSA top-1000 chart in 2026.
Is Pericles a boy or girl name?
Pericles is most commonly used as a masculine name.

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