Plato Name Meaning
The name Plato comes from Ancient Greek roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Plato below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Plato Name Meaning
Ancient Greek (Latinized)From the Greek name Πλατων (Platon) which was derived from Greek πλατυς (platys) meaning "broad-shouldered". Plato was one of the most important of the Greek philosophers. He was a pupil of...
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