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Meanings

Greek Baby Names Meaning:

In Greek Baby Names the meaning of the name Achilles is: The mythological hero of the Trojan War famous for his valor and manly beauty - his only weak spot was his ankle (hence Achilles' Heel).

Latin Baby Names Meaning:

In Latin Baby Names the meaning of the name Achilles is: Hero of the Greeks.

Shakespearean Baby Names Meaning:

In Shakespearean Baby Names the meaning of the name Achilles is: The History of Troilus and Cressida' A Greek commander.

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