Boy name
Kriton name meaning
“discerning; judging”
Kriton means discerning or judging. Used as a masculine given name in Türkiye, it comes from Greek Kriton and is connected with krinō, meaning to distinguish, assess, or judge. Its clearest literary association is Plato’s dialogue Crito, whose title preserves the same ancient Greek name.
What does Kriton mean?
Discerning; judging
In Turkish: ayırt eden; değerlendiren
Kriton is a masculine name inherited from the ancient Greek world. Its clearest philosophical association is Socrates' friend in Plato's dialogue Crito, which considers escape, law and obligation. The name's linguistic connection with judging or discerning should be distinguished from interpretations of the historical character's conduct or personal qualities.
Origin of the name Kriton
It comes from Greek Kriton, associated with krinō, a verb meaning to distinguish, evaluate or judge.
Double names with Kriton
Double-name ideas built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each name.
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Kriton Hilmi
Meaning of each name
- Kriton: discerning; judging
- Hilmi: relating to forbearance and gentleness
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Nüzhet Kriton
Meaning of each name
- Nüzhet: a pleasant outing; refreshing recreation
- Kriton: discerning; judging
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Kriton Nüvit
Meaning of each name
- Kriton: discerning; judging
- Nüvit: glad tidings, welcome news
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Levent Kriton
Meaning of each name
- Levent: tall and handsome; naval soldier
- Kriton: discerning; judging
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Kriton Aclan
Meaning of each name
- Kriton: discerning; judging
- Aclan: quick-acting, hasty
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Olcay Kriton
Meaning of each name
- Olcay: good fortune, luck, auspiciousness
- Kriton: discerning; judging
How to pronounce Kriton
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /kɾiton/ |
Is Kriton a boy’s name?
Yes, Kriton is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Kriton does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 3 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Kriton
Famous people named Kriton
- Kriton İlyadis · b. 1916
- Kriton Curi · b. 1942
- Kriton Dinçmen · b. 1924
FAQ about the name Kriton
What is the meaning of Kriton?
Kriton means “discerning; judging”. It comes from Greek Kriton, associated with krinō, a verb meaning to distinguish, evaluate or judge.
Is Kriton a boy’s name?
Yes, Kriton is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Kriton in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Kriton nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Kriton?
Kriton is of Greek origin.
How many syllables does Kriton have?
Kriton has 2 syllables and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Kriton?
Kriton does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 3 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
What names go well with Kriton?
Some ideas: Kriton Hilmi; Nüzhet Kriton; Kriton Nüvit.
Famous people named Kriton?
Notable people named Kriton include Kriton İlyadis, Kriton Curi, Kriton Dinçmen.
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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