Kratos

“Strength or power.”

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5365US 2023

18Births / yr

↑Rising

126All-time births

📅 Since 200800

How to pronounce Kratos

KRAT·aws

/ˈkræt.ˌɔs/ · stress on KRAT · 2 syllables

“Strength or power.”

Greece origin · Boy name

What does Kratos mean and where does it come from?

Kratos is a name from ancient Greek mythology, signifying strength and power. In Greek myth, Kratos personifies strength and might. The name has gained modern popularity due to the character Kratos in the video game series 'God of War', which has introduced the name to a wider audience. This charact

Cultural significance

Kratos has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of strength or power..

Peak popularity

Reached #5492 in 2017 — currently #5365 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kratos?

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

Kratos Grace

How popular is Kratos right now?

Rising fast — up 2706 spots — currently #5365 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#5365 · Top 4.0%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5365	18	▲ up 2706 · +80% births
2022	#8071	10	▼ down 2163 · -33% births
2021	#5908	15	▲ up 599 · +15% births
2020	#6507	13	▲ up 2925 · +63% births
2015	#9432	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kratos

Best Year2023Rank #5365

Peak Count18

Average Rank#7057

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Kratos

Kratos is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2008. With 126 total births recorded, Kratos remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9432 in 2015 to #5365 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kratos in 2017:

Liam Noah William James Logan

Kratos by decade

Kratos peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	16
2010s ★	97
2020s	13

💎Kratos has only 126 total recorded births since 2008 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kratos?

Common

KraKratKratieKratyAtos

What names sound and feel like Kratos?

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

Kronos

Greece · The personification of

Khaos

Greece · Greek

Kristos

Greek · anointed, Christ

Krayton

American · English

Fatos

Arabic · A Arabic name

Common questions about the name Kratos

What does the name Kratos mean?

Kratos means "Strength or power." — 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 Kratos?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kratos?

Kratos 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 Kratos?

Kratos is a two-syllable name pronounced K R AE1 T AO2 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Kratos trending right now?

Kratos is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.