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AgamemnonChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Leader of the people

Pronunciation: AG-uh-mem-non

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Name
Agamemnon
Meaning
Leader of the people
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
AG-uh-mem-non
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
(Tuesday)
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Agamemnon mean?

Agamemnon is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Leader of the people". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: AG-uh-mem-non. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Αγαμέμνων

βασιλιάς της αρχαίας Ελλάδας

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

AG-uh-mem-non

IPA

/ˌæɡəˈmɛmnɒn/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Agamemnon is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Leader of the people. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

(Tuesday)

Lucky Colors

RedGold

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive, artistic, and emotional.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveStrong-willedDeterminedC = AmbitiousH = Pragmatic

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A strong and just leader, inspiring loyalty and faith.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Agamemnon is a significant figure in Greek mythology and literature due to his role as the leader of the Greek army during the Trojan War. His courage, strategy, and leadership skills have been celebrated in countless Greek poems, plays, and artworks. The Iliad and the Odyssey, two epic poems by Homer, contain extensive descriptions of Agamemnon and his involvement in the war. Agamemnon becomes a symbol of Greek military strength and resilience in the face of adversity.
Agamemnon's spiritual significance lies primarily in the theme of sacrifice and divine favors. He is a victims of divine vengeance. Agamemnon offers his eldest daughter Iphigenia as a sacrifice to Artemis to appease the goddess's wrath, preventing the Greek fleet from leaving for Troy. Later, during the Trojan War, Agamemnon sacrifices his friend, Patroclus, to gain the upper hand against the Trojans, unknowingly fulfilling a prophecy made by the Trojan seer Hecuba. Agamemnon's story highlights the complex relationship between gods, humans, and the consequences of sacrifice, making him a profound subject of reflection and study in religious and philosophical contexts.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Mycenaean king, leader of the Greeks in the Trojan War The name Agamemnon carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

13th century BC

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Agamemnon Tselikas - Greek actor

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Agamemnon

King of ancient Greece

🇮🇱Hebrew

אגממנון

מלך יוון העתיקה

🇬🇷Greek

Αγαμέμνων

βασιλιάς της αρχαίας Ελλάδας

🇮🇹Latin

Agamemnon

rex Graeciae antiquae

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