Alcides
Meaning of Alcides
Originating from Greek mythology, the name Alcides is associated with strength and heroism. It is derived from the Greek name Alkides, which means "son of Alcaeus." In Greek mythology, Alcides was an epithet given to the hero Heracles (known as Hercules in Roman mythology), who possessed immense strength and completed twelve labors. The name Alcides has a powerful and heroic connotation, making it a unique choice for parents looking for a strong name for their baby boy. The English pronunciation of Alcides is al-SY-deez (/ælˈsaɪdiz/).
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as al-SY-deez (/ælˈsaɪdiz/)
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Notable People Named Alcides
| Alcides Escobar is a Venezuelan professional baseball infielder known for his career in Major League Baseball and Nippon Professional Baseball. |
| Alcides Edgardo Ghiggia Pereyra was a renowned Uruguayan-Italian football player, best known for his historic performance in the 1950 World Cup final. |
| Alcides Peña Jiménez is a Bolivian footballer known for his role as a striker with Real Santa Cruz. |
| Alcides Sosa, a Paraguayan footballer, represented his country in 48 matches and was part of the national team during the 1975 Copa América tournament. |
| Alcides Etcheverry is a former Uruguayan cyclist who participated in the road race at the 1988 Summer Olympics. |
