Diogenes

Diogenes is an Ancient Greek name, which included two elements, Zeús meaning ‘Zeus', ‘heavenly', ‘divine', and ‘noble’ and ‘gígnomai’ meaning ‘to be born', ‘offspring', ‘descendant', ‘family', ‘race', ‘gender'. Together, the meaning of Diogenes becomes ‘born of Zeus' or 'God'. Moreover, it was also the name of a Greek philosopher and the creator of Cynic philosophy. Born in Sinope, an Ionian colony on the black sea, he was known as Diogenes of Cynic. This masculine name is widely popular in Greece. 

Gender

Boy

Origin

Greek philosopher

Numerology

D is for dazzle, the sparkle of you.

I is for instill, the lesson of life.

O is for openness, it’s refreshing!

G is for genial, a pleasing personality.

E is for enrich, a quality you share.

N is for neatness, your orderly way.

E is for eternal, your spirit will live.

S is for sweet, your pleasing way.

Lucky

Diogenes lucky number is 6.

Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Diogenes

• Diogenes of Apollonia Greek philosopher
• Diogenes Laërtius Greek historian
• Diogenes of Sinope Greek philosopher
• Diogenes of Babylon Stoic philosopher
• Diogenes Luna Cuban Olympic boxer

Diogenes in Pop Culture

• The Diogenes Club a location in the Sherlock Holmes novels