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Origin: Greek

Meaning: Of Delius; From the island of Delos

Delos is a masculine Greek name with mythological roots. The name means “from the island of Delos,” a tiny yet incredibly sacred island in the Aegean Sea that appears on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Ancient Greeks believed this island to be the birthplace of two important gods, Apollo and Artemis. Delos is closely related to Delius, another name with the same meaning. Sharing a name with such a historically and culturally important place may encourage baby to leave their own mark on the world.