Orestes
3 syllables
♂ Male ◎ Greek ◈ 3 syllables ✦ US Top 100
"From the mountain"

From Greek

The name Orestes has roots in Greek and is generally associated with the meaning mountain dweller. Read more about the origin of this name below ↓

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Orestes at a glance
MeaningFrom the mountain
OriginGreek
GenderMale
Syllables3
NumerologyLife Path 2
US Rank#43
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Origin & history of Orestes
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Greek roots
The name Orestes has roots in Greek and is generally associated with the meaning mountain dweller. It is used as a personal name in modern naming contexts and may carry cultural, religious, literary, historical, place-name, occupational, or nature-based associations depending on its background. Because Orestes is a documented name form, its meaning can be explained through its established linguistic root rather than through guesswork. As a name choice, Orestes often feels distinctive while still carrying a recognizable historical or cultural connection.
2
Root name
The root form of Orestes is Orestes — meaning From the mountain.
3
Modern usage
Orestes remains a beloved choice, ranking #43 in the US. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Orestes?
43 avg. per year
Average US registrations in the last 10 years
Approximately 43 babies were named Orestes each year in the United States over the last decade. That puts it among the most popular names — a timeless classic.
430 Total US registrations
last 10 years
3 Syllables
2 Numerology
life path
Popularity in the US Very popular
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Numerology of Orestes
2
Life path number
The Peacemaker
Diplomacy, harmony and deep empathy.
🕊️Peacemaker
💖Empathetic
🎵Artistic
🤝Team player
O6
R9
E5
S1
T2
E5
S1
Sum: 29 → Life path 2
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Personality of Orestes
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Peaceful
They bring calm to every room.
💞
Deeply loving
Their love runs deep and steady.
🎭
Intuitive
They read people with extraordinary accuracy.
🎵
Artistic soul
Beauty speaks to them powerfully.
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