Melanthus

son of Andropompus in Greek mythology
Person mythological_greek_character Q1255043
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Melanthus

Summary

Melanthus is a mythological Greek character[1]. He draws 22 Wikipedia views per month (mythological_greek_character category, ranking #248 of 1,333).[2]

Key Facts

  • Melanthus's father was Andropompus[3].
  • Melanthus's mother was Henioche[4].
  • A child of Melanthus was Codrus[5].
  • Melanthus held the position of King of Athens[6].
  • Melanthus is recorded as male[7].
  • Melanthus's instance of is recorded as mythological Greek character[8].
  • Melanthus's described by source is recorded as Russian translation of Lübker's Antiquity Lexicon[9].
  • Melanthus's described by source is recorded as Pauly–Wissowa[10].

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Origins and Family

Melanthus's father was Andropompus[3]. His mother was Henioche[4].

Career and Affiliations

Melanthus held the position of King of Athens[6].

Personal Life

A child of Melanthus was Codrus[5].

Why It Matters

Melanthus draws 22 Wikipedia views per month (mythological_greek_character category, ranking #248 of 1,333).[2] He has Wikipedia articles in 13 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[11] He is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[12]

FAQs

Who were Melanthus's parents?

Melanthus's father was Andropompus[3]. Melanthus's mother was Henioche[4].

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  1. 12d ago · JBradyK · 2026-05-10 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Sex or gender male
    Aliases
    Significant place Q2047396
    Position held King of Athens
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