Boy name
Ares name meaning
“name of the Greek god of war”
Ares is the name of the Greek god of war. Derived from the Ancient Greek divine name Árēs, it is used as a masculine name in Türkiye. Its concrete association is the mythological figure represented in ancient stories and art, while Aris is its modern Greek counterpart.
What does Ares mean?
Name of the Greek god of war
In Turkish: Yunan mitolojisindeki savaş tanrısının adı
Ares is the Greek deity associated with the violent and destructive aspects of warfare. Mythology presents him as a son of Zeus and Hera, and Roman tradition identifies him with Mars. As a given name, it chiefly evokes this figure, whose role differs from Athena's association with strategy in war.
Origin of the name Ares
Ares comes from the Ancient Greek divine name Árēs. Its deeper etymology is uncertain, so it should not be translated directly as ‘brave’ or ‘strong’.
How to pronounce Ares
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /aɾes/ |
Is Ares a boy’s name?
Yes, Ares is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Ares does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 1 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Ares
Famous people named Ares
- Ares Toygu Özkan
FAQ about the name Ares
What is the meaning of Ares?
Ares means “name of the Greek god of war”. Ares comes from the Ancient Greek divine name Árēs. Its deeper etymology is uncertain, so it should not be translated directly as ‘brave’ or ‘strong’.
Is Ares a boy’s name?
Yes, Ares is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Ares in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Ares nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Ares?
Ares is of Greek origin.
How many syllables does Ares have?
Ares has 2 syllables and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Ares?
Ares does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 1 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
Famous people named Ares?
Notable people named Ares include Ares Toygu Özkan.
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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