Icarus

“follower”

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5130US 2023

19Births / yr

↑Rising

82All-time births

📅 Since 201100

How to pronounce Icarus

IK·er·us

/ˈɪk.ˌɝ.əs/ · stress on IK · 3 syllables

“follower”

Greece origin · Boy name

What does Icarus mean and where does it come from?

Icarus is a name from Greek mythology, derived from 'Ἴκαρος' (Ikaros). According to legend, Icarus was the son of Daedalus, a skilled craftsman. Icarus attempted to escape confinement by flying with wings made of wax and feathers, but he flew too close to the sun, causing the wax to melt. This name

Cultural significance

Icarus has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of follower.

Peak popularity

Reached #5295 in 2016 — currently #5130 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Icarus?

Icarus works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Icarus Grace

How popular is Icarus right now?

Rising fast — up 155 spots — currently #5130 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#5130 · Top 3.8%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5130	19	▲ up 155 · +6% births
2022	#5285	18	▲ up 2517 · +80% births
2021	#7802	10	▲ up 1509 · +25% births
2020	#9311	8	▼ down 1315 · -20% births
2015	#7996	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Icarus

Best Year2023Rank #5130

Peak Count19

Average Rank#7105

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Icarus

Icarus is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2011. With 82 total births recorded, Icarus remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7996 in 2015 to #5130 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Icarus in 2016:

Noah Liam William Mason James

💎Icarus has only 82 total recorded births since 2011 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Icarus?

Common

IcaIcIcieIcyArus

What names sound and feel like Icarus?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Icarus also consider these

Acyrus

English · A meaningful name

Izayus

American · A modern invention

Kairus

Greece · the chosen one

Ocyrus

American · English

Icaro

Brazil · The name Icarus

How is Icarus written in other languages?

Ikaros

GREEK MYTHOLOGY

Ικαρος

Ancient Greek

Common questions about the name Icarus

What does the name Icarus mean?

Icarus means "follower" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Icarus?

Icarus is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Icarus have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Icarus?

Icarus originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Icarus?

Icarus is a three-syllable name pronounced IH1 K ER2 AH0 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Icarus?

Icarus pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.