Midas Name Meaning & Origin
/MY-das/Midas is most likely a name of Greek origin.
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Name Origin
The name Midas originates from ancient Greek mythology. King Midas was famous for his ability to turn everything he touched into gold, symbolizing greed and wealth. The name has since been associated with wealth, prosperity, and the golden touch.
Name Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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Greek (Ancient Greek) 85% -
Turkish (Turkish) 10% -
Romanian (Romanian) 5%
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Name Details
- First Name: Midas
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Midas
King Midas from Greek mythology; Midas Gold, a Canadian gold mining company; Midas Dekker, a Dutch author and journalist.
Popularity Trend
In 2025, 22 boys in the US were named Midas.
Growth of the name Midas in the US (SSA Data):
Midas Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 1
People with this name tend to be: A natural born leader, independent and ambitious.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.