Helius

Helius is the Latinized form of the Greek name Helios (Ἥλιος), which directly means 'sun'. In Greek mythology, Helios was the personification of the Sun, a Titan god who drove his chariot across the sky each day, bringing daylight to the world. He was often depicted with a radiant crown and riding a four-horse chariot. While not one of the twelve Olympian gods, Helios was a significant deity, particularly revered in Rhodes, where the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was a statue of him.

The name's usage as a personal name is primarily historical and mythological, rather than common in modern times. It evokes imagery of light, warmth, and divine power. Its connection to the sun god makes it a powerful and symbolic choice, though its direct mythological association might make it less frequently adopted as a given name compared to other Greek names.