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The name Pericles is of Greek origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Judaism religion. Numerologically, Pericles is often linked to the number 6.
Pericles Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Pericles mean? What is the meaning of the name Pericles
Meaning of Pericles: Name Pericles in the Greek origin, means One who exceeds; a glorious being. Name Pericles is of Greek origin and is a Boy name. People with name Pericles are usually Judaism by religion.
Name
Pericles
Meaning
One who exceeds; a glorious being
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 8 characters
Spell
P-E-R-I-C-L-E-S
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
6
Indian Vedic Numerology
11
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- Pericles de Oliveira Ramos
Pericles de Oliveira Ramos (born 2 January 1975) is a former Brazilian football player.
- Pericles Lewis
Pericles Lewis, Douglas Tracy Smith Professor of comparative literature at Yale University, was the founding President of Yale-NUS College, a liberal arts college in Singapore that is jointly governed by Yale and the National University of Singapore.
- Junior Pericles Pinto Catarina
Junior Pericles Pinto Catarina (born 4 November 1989 in Rio de Janeiro), commonly known as Pericles, is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as an attacking midfielder for Adriatiku Mamurrasi, on loan from FK Kukësi in the Albanian Superliga.
- Pericles Silva
Pericles Fouro da Silva (born (1989-10-26)26 October 1989) is a Brazilian male artistic gymnast and part of the national team.
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Pericles - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Chitra Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Pericles is Chitra. The Nakshatra Chitra of the name Pericles is connected to the deity Tvashtar (Divine Architect), and is ruled by the Mars. The symbol for Pericles is Pearl, and it is characterized by Beauty, Creativity. This name is connected to the element Fire and embodies the Intelligent, Sharp.| name | Chitra |
|---|---|
| Deity | Tvashtar (Divine Architect) |
| Ruling Planet | Mars |
| Symbol | Pearl |
| Primary Quality | Beauty, Creativity |
| Element | Fire |
| Nature | Intelligent, Sharp |
Numerology of Pericles
Numerology for Pericles - Number 6 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Pericles Numerology: Name Pericles has a number value of 6 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 6 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 11 |
| Motivation Number | 1 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 6 |
| Inner Dream Number | 5 |
| Soul Urge Number | 1 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 1 |
| Personality Number | 5 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Pericles
Syllables in Pericles Name
How many syllables in baby name Pericles? Pericles has 3 syllables. The name "Pericles" can be divided into 3 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Pericles? | 3 (pe - ric - les) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 8 |
| Unique letters: | 7 (p, e, r, i, c, l, s) |
| Pericles backwards: | selcirep |
| Pericles sorted alphabetically: | ceeilprs |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | P-E-R-I-C-L-E-S |
| Pronunciation |
Name Pericles is combinations of, 1 occurance of P, 2 occurances of E, 1 occurance of R, 1 occurance of I, 1 occurance of C, 1 occurance of L, 1 occurance of S.
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How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Pericles
Pericles's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Pericles on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Pericles! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Pericles, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Pericles! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Pericles
What is the meaning of Pericles?
Name Pericles means One who exceeds; a glorious being as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Pericles Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Pericles?
Name Pericles has numerology 11 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Pericles?
Numerology number of Pericles is 11 (Vedic) and 6 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Pericles?
The lucky number of name Pericles is 11 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Pericles name?
The name Pericles has 8 letters. The name Pericles consists of 1 word with 8 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Pericles?
Name Pericles belongs to Chitra nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Pericles come from?
Pericles is a Greek name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Pericles?
The name Pericles is of Greek origin and is used within Judaism communities.
What does Pericles mean?
Name Pericles means One who exceeds; a glorious being as per The ParentZ
What does the name Pericles mean?
Pericles is of Greek origin and means One who exceeds; a glorious being as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Pericles?
Pericles means One who exceeds; a glorious being and is a Greek name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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The name Pericles consists of 8 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Pericles! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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