Miltos
/ˈmɪl.tɒs/noun
Miltos is a Greek masculine name derived from an ancient word for red earth or red ochre.
Did you know?Ancient Greek míltos referred to red ochre, a mineral pigment used in painting, cosmetics, ritual markings, and protective coloration.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
μίλτος (míltos)
“Red earth, red ochre, or red mineral pigment”
Classical Greek
Greek
Μίλτος (Míltos)
“A personal name formed from the word for red ochre”
5th Century BCE
Greek
Μιλτιάδης (Miltiádēs)
“Miltiades, a related Greek name traditionally interpreted as connected with míltos, “red earth””
Late Antiquity
Greek
Míltos
“A Greek masculine personal name preserved in historical and ecclesiastical usage”
Modern English
English
Miltos
“A transliterated Greek masculine given name”