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- Gilgamesh
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The first name Gilgamesh, a male name, originates from a Sumerian hero and is addressed in an Akkadian legend. Translated, the name means 'the ancestor is a hero'.
What does the name Gilgamesh mean?
This male first name has its roots in a Sumerian hero who is immortalized in the epic Gilgamesh. The name is composed of the Sumerian words bilga (𒉋𒂵), meaning 'ancestor', and mes (𒈩), which stands for 'hero' or 'young man'. Gilgamesh is regarded as one of the most powerful kings in the history of humanity.
Where does the name Gilgamesh come from?
The name Gilgamesh has a Semitic and Sumerian origin and carries the meaning 'the ancestor is a hero'.
How do you pronounce Gilgamesh?
Gil-ga-mesh
Popularity
In Germany, Gilgamesh is a rare first name that has not been recorded in the name statistics so far. Its best placement was in 2004 in Scotland at 869th place. Between 1974 and 2024, it was used as a first name in Scotland less than 10 times, resulting in a ranking of 4,203. In the last ten years, there have been no newborns with this name in that region.
Nicknames & pet names
Gil
Famous people
- Gilgamesh (figure) (character from the 'Fate series')
- King Gilgamesh (one of the most powerful kings in human history)
Frequently asked questions about the name Gilgamesh
What is the origin of the name Gilgamesh?
The name Gilgamesh has both Semitic and Sumerian roots and is primarily known through the famous epic Gilgamesh.
What does the name Gilgamesh mean?
Gilgamesh means 'the ancestor is a hero', composed of the Sumerian words for 'ancestor' and 'hero' or 'young man'.
How popular is the name Gilgamesh?
Gilgamesh is a rather rare name in modern societies, but it is gaining interest due to its historical and mythological significance.