Name Meaning & Origin
"The god of death (specifically of a peaceful death), and twin brother of Hypnos (god of sleep); the Greek counterpart of Mors."
Data last updated: 2025 SSA records
In Greek mythology, Thanatos was the personification of death. He was a minor figure in Greek mythology, often referred to but rarely appearing in person.
In Greek mythology, Thanatos was the personification of death. He was a minor figure in Greek mythology, often referred to but rarely appearing in person.
Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.
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Root element "Thanatos" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "The god of death (specifically of a peaceful death), and twin brother of Hypnos (god of sleep); the Greek counterpart of Mors.".
Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.
Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.
Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.
~7 people named Thanatos in the US. Peaked in 2018 with 7 recorded uses.
The Life Path number for Thanatos is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 8. Personality: 9.
Thanatos is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.
Approximately 7 people in the United States are named Thanatos. The name peaked in 2018 with 7 recorded uses.
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