Origin:Greek
Meaning:Protection, shield
Though baby be but little, they are certainly fierce, so give them a name to match their inner strength! Egeus is a masculine name of Greek origin, meaning “protection” and “shield.” The name of a character from the Shakespearean play A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Egeus is Hermia’s father. The name has a beautiful message and will surely cover your little one like armor. E and Egg are some short but sweet nickname choices for this mighty moniker.
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