In Greek mythology, Prometheus is the Titan whose name means “forethought,” contrasting with Epimetheus’s “afterthought.”
Prometheus and Epimetheus are brothers in Greek mythology. Their names create a deliberate contrast: Prometheus is associated with thinking ahead, while Epimetheus is associated with thinking afterward. This contrast is especially important in the Pandora story, because Prometheus warns Epimetheus not to accept gifts from Zeus, but Epimetheus accepts Pandora.
Prometheus is also famous for giving fire to humanity. Zeus punishes him for that act, and Pandora’s arrival is presented in Hesiod’s Works and Days as part of the punishment directed at humans. These connected episodes explain why Prometheus, Epimetheus, and Pandora frequently appear together in retellings.
The name meaning is a traditional linguistic interpretation, while ancient myths contain multiple versions and emphases. Prometheus is not Pandora’s husband; that role belongs to Epimetheus.