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Zephyrus Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Zephyrus

"The Ancient Greek god of the west wind, supposed to be the gentlest of the winds and the messenger of spring. His parents are Eos/Aurora and Astraeus, and his brothers are Boreas, Notus and Eurus, (the Anemoi), and the Astra Planeta. His wife is Chloris and their son is Karpos. His Roman counterpart is Favonius."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2021 👥 86 in US
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Meaning
The Ancient Greek god of the west wind, supposed to be the gentlest of the winds and the messenger of spring. His parents are Eos/Aurora and Astraeus, and his brothers are Boreas, Notus and Eurus, (the Anemoi), and the Astra Planeta. His wife is Chloris and their son is Karpos. His Roman counterpart is Favonius.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
86
Life Path
Number 3

📖 What Does Zephyrus Mean?

In Greek mythology and religion, Zephyrus, also spelled in English as Zephyr, is the god and personification of the West wind, one of the several wind gods, the Anemoi. The son of Eos and Astraeus, Zephyrus is the most gentle and favourable of the winds, associated with flowers, springtime and even procreation. In myths, he is presented as the tender breeze, known for his unrequited love for the Spartan prince Hyacinthus. Alongside Boreas, the two are the most prominent wind gods with relatively limited roles in recorded mythology.

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In Greek mythology and religion, Zephyrus, also spelled in English as Zephyr, is the god and personification of the West wind, one of the several wind gods, the Anemoi. The son of Eos and Astraeus, Zephyrus is the most gentle and favourable of the winds, associated with flowers, springtime and even procreation. In myths, he is presented as the tender breeze, known for his unrequited love for the Spartan prince Hyacinthus. Alongside Boreas, the two are the most prominent wind gods with relatively limited roles in recorded mythology.…

Root Element
Zephyrus
Core Meaning
"The Ancient Greek god of the west wind, supposed to be the gentlest of the winds and the messenger of spring. His parents are Eos/Aurora and Astraeus, and his brothers are Boreas, Notus and Eurus, (the Anemoi), and the Astra Planeta. His wife is Chloris and their son is Karpos. His Roman counterpart is Favonius."
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🔢 Numerology of Zephyrus

Z 8
E 5
P 7
H 8
Y 7
R 9
U 3
S 1
SUM 3
3
Life Path
Creativity & Expression
8
Soul Urge
Power & Ambition
4
Personality
Stability & Hard Work

Life Path 3 — Creativity & Expression: Charismatic, artistic, and highly communicative.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male100%
♀ Female0%

Based on 86 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 86
Peak year 2021 (13)
First recorded 2011
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Zephyrus" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "The Ancient Greek god of the west wind, supposed to be the gentlest of the winds and the messenger of spring. His parents are Eos/Aurora and Astraeus, and his brothers are Boreas, Notus and Eurus, (the Anemoi), and the Astra Planeta. His wife is Chloris and their son is Karpos. His Roman counterpart is Favonius.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~86 people named Zephyrus in the US. Peaked in 2021 with 13 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Zephyrus?

The Life Path number for Zephyrus is 3, associated with Creativity & Expression. Soul Urge: 8. Personality: 4.

Is Zephyrus a boy or girl name?

Zephyrus is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Zephyrus in the US?

Approximately 86 people in the United States are named Zephyrus. The name peaked in 2021 with 13 recorded uses.

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