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Melanthios

This name is derived from Greek μέλας meaning "black, dark" and ἄνθος meaning "flower".

Quick answer

Melanthios is a boy name.

GenderBoy

Meaning and history

This name is derived from Greek μέλας ( melas ) meaning "black, dark" and ἄνθος ( anthos ) meaning "flower". In Homer 's epic the Odyssey this is the name of an insolent goatherd killed by Odysseus.

Notes and context

Usage: greek mythology, ancient greek | Ancient Greek: Μελάνθιος