Horus Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Egyptian
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Horus means 'the one on high' or 'the distant one' and is associated with royalty and transcendence.
Meaning of the Name Horus
Horus is an ancient Egyptian name that means 'the one on high' or 'the distant one'. In Egyptian mythology, Horus was the god of the sky and kingship, often depicted as a falcon or a falcon-headed man. He was believed to be the son of Osiris and Isis, and was considered a protector and symbol of power and authority. The name Horus has a rich history and is associated with royalty and transcendence.
Popularity of the Name Horus
The popularity for the name Horus peaked in popularity in the year 2018 with 13 births, which ranked number 14,475 out of 29,661 unique names for that year. Horus had the most male births in 2018 with 13, which ranked number 6,339 out of 14,095 male names.
Nationwide Popularity of Horus
Popularity of Horus by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Horus. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Horus in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Horus is a great pick!
2024 Popularity Projections for Horus
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