Gender Masculine
Scripts Τηλέμαχος(Ancient Greek)

Meaning & History

Latinized form of Greek Τηλέμαχος (Telemachos), derived from a Greek word meaning "fighting from afar", itself from τῆλε (tele) meaning "afar, far off" and μάχη (mache) meaning "battle". In Homer's epic the Odyssey this is the name of the son of Odysseus. It was also borne by a 4th-century saint who was martyred when trying to stop a gladiatorial fight.

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VariantsTelemachos(Greek Mythology) Telemachos(Ancient Greek)
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Entry added April 23, 2024