Horus is a boy's name of Egyptian Mythology origin meaning “God of the sky and kingship; often depicted as a falcon..” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Hori. As of 2026, Horus ranks #915 among boys' names in the United States and has been gradually declining. Its highest US ranking was #877 in 2011.
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ho-rus
Phonetic spelling
Currently #915 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Horus means “God of the sky and kingship; often depicted as a falcon..” It is a boy's name of Egyptian Mythology origin.
Horus is pronounced ho-rus.
Horus is most commonly used as a boy's name.
Horus currently ranks #915 among boys' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Horus include Hori.
Middle names that pair well with Horus include Horus Osiris, Horus Anubis, Horus Ra.
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