Patroclus Name Meaning
The name Patroclus comes from Greek Mythology roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Patroclus below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Patroclus Name Meaning
Greek Mythology (Latinized)Latinized form of the Greek Πατροκλος (Patroklos) which meant "glory of the father", derived from πατηρ (pater) "father" (genitive πατρος) and κλεος (kleos) "glory". In Greek legend he was...
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