Origin:
Greek
Shakespearean
Sex:Male
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:Father of Odysseus.
Soul Urge:People with the name Laertes have a deep inner desire to inspire others in a higher cause, and to share their own strongly held views on spiritual matters.
Expression:People with the name Laertes are competent, practical, and often obtain great power and wealth. They tend to be successful in business and commercial affairs, and are able to achieve great material dreams. Because they often focus so strongly on business and achievement, they may neglect their private lives and relationships.