Why Socrates Rocks?

What secrets hide behind “Socrates” that makes it rock? Your first name is more than just a name!

The name “Socrates” is of Greek origin. It’s a name commonly given to boys.

Your name in reverse order is “Setarcos.” A random rearrangement of the letters in your name (anagram) will give ‘Tsesraco.’ How do you pronounce that?

Secret Meaning of Socrates

The true meaning of ‘Socrates’ cannot be described with just a few words. Your name is your destiny, heart’s desire, and personality. Socrates is a name that implies a pioneering spirit. You are a natural born leader, highly focused, and achievement oriented. Enduring hardship to try out new things come naturally to you. It frustrates you to do too many unimportant activities. You can do things and make decisions by yourself. You are also energetic and confident.

Your heart’s desire is to enjoy a good life and have a good time. Your feeling of happiness and enjoyment of life makes you famous and liked by many. Perhaps this is the reason why you are a natural flirt. You are an entertainer and thrive on expressing your feelings or opinions to others. There is a good mental and emotional balance in your personality.

When people hear the name Socrates, they perceive you as someone who is mysterious, independent, and respectable. Others see you as an intellectual and an aristocrat. Being well-dressed increases your confidence and dignity. People see you as being analytical with keen observation.

You are a smoothie – a real charmer! You tend to have dramatic reactions when you feel things deeply. Your kind nature allows you to work well with others. You are inclined to experience many emotional ups and downs.

Your most likely vocation: engineer, writer, composer of music, teacher, designer, architect, planner, president of a society, curator, librarian, keeper of department store.

Lucky colors: All yellows, ocher, bronze, gold, orange

Lucky gem(s): Yellow diamond, citrine, amber, and topaz

Lucky day(s): Sunday

Lucky botanicals: Borage, chamomile, eyebright, lavender, Saint-John’s-wort, sorrel, thyme

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Is The Name Socrates Popular?

“Socrates” is not a popular baby boy’s name in California as reported in the 1997 U.S. Social Security Administration data (ssa.gov). Imagine that, only six babies in California have the same name as you in 1997. A total of only 10 babies also bear the same first name during that year in the U.S. From 1880 to 2023, the highest recorded use of this name was in 1922 with a total of 17 babies.

Since 1880 up to 2023, the name “Socrates” was recorded 725 times in the SSA public database. Using the UN World Population Prospects for 2023, that’s more than enough Socrateses to occupy the country of Holy See (Vatican) with an estimated population of 518.

The name first appeared in the year 1914 and given to five newborn babies. (See FAQ)

Unfortunately, it seems like this name is unpopular.

For the past five decades (1974 to 2023), the name “Socrates” was recorded 423 times in the SSA database.

What’s Next?

Now you know why your first name rocks. Time to show your creativity! Try exploring the names of everyone you know including friends, cousins, neighbors, classmates, co-workers, or your pets. Even your favorite anime, TV, or movie characters. Remember, this is purely just for fun.

Socrates, are you proud of your name? Let’s put that to the ultimate test! Share this page on your social media of choice. Don’t forget to tag your friends. It’s okay to brag about something once in a while.

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