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Origin: Greek

Meaning: God of the Underworld; Unseen

Hades is a boy’s name of Greek origin, taken from the Greek term aides, meaning “unseen.” If you’ve got a good grip on your Greek mythology, you’ll know Hades as the god of the underworld. While it might be difficult to disconnect Hades from the idea of darkness, Hades has also been praised for his persistence in character and his passion for precious metals. Hades may or may not have been a diamond in the rough, but the name he bears might inspire baby to see the best in everyone.