Redeemed or exceptionally brave
In Greek mythology, Priam was the King of Troy during the Trojan War. The name is traditionally linked to the Greek word 'priamai', meaning 'to buy' or 'to redeem', referring to how he was ransomed as a child.
Less common today
Priam isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,015 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The legendary King of Troy during the Trojan War · The Iliad
The protagonist of the novel and film 'Holy Matrimony' · Buried Alive
