Whole power
Derived from the Greek elements 'sos' meaning whole, safe, or untouched, and 'kratos' meaning power or strength. It is most famously associated with the foundational Greek philosopher who shaped Western thought.
Less common today
Socrates isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,220 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Classical Greek philosopher and founder of Western philosophy
Brazilian footballer and physician known as 'Doctor Socrates'
5th-century Christian church historian
The philosophical dog from the comic strip 'Socrates' · Socrates
