Name meaning
Hyperion
may mean “he who goes above”
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Mostly masculine
- Used in
- Greek, English
- Say it
- hy-PEER-ee-on
- Letters
- 8
Likely meaning, sources differ
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Hyperion is a Titan of Greek myth, father of the sun Helios, the moon Selene and the dawn Eos. His name is often explained as he who goes above. Keats wrote an epic poem called Hyperion.
Roots
From Greek Hyperíōn (hyper, above).
Where it is used
A mythological name.
Hyperion name FAQ
What does the name Hyperion mean?
Hyperion may mean “he who goes above”. Sources differ, so we show the most common reading. From Greek Hyperíōn (hyper, above).
Where does the name Hyperion come from?
Hyperion is of Greek origin. Today it is used in Greek, English families.
How do you pronounce Hyperion?
Hyperion is usually pronounced hy-PEER-ee-on.
Is Hyperion a boy's or a girl's name?
Hyperion is mostly masculine.
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Sources
Meaning and background researched by our team from the sources below and written in our own words.