Januarius

Latin

"doorway"

Januarius Origin and Meaning

The name Januarius is a boy's name of Polish origin meaning "doorway".

Januarius is a masculine name of ancient Roman origin, derived from Janus, the Roman god of beginnings, gates, transitions, and endings. Historically significant as the name of an early Christian martyr, Saint Januarius (San Gennaro), the patron saint of Naples, Italy, the name relates to the month of January, which was named after the same deity.

While uncommon in modern usage, Januarius carries rich historical and religious significance. The name possesses a distinctly classical character, evoking images of ancient Rome and early Christianity. Despite its rarity, it offers accessible nicknames like Jan or Janus, making this formal, historical name more versatile for everyday use.

Famous People Named Januarius

• Saint Januarius of Nicopolos Armenian martyr along with Pelagia
• Saint Januarius Roman martyr and son of Saint Felicitas
• Saint Januarius Greek martyr along with Felix
• Saint Januarius of Thibiuca African martyr along with Felix of Thibiuca
• Januarius Maria Sarnelli beatified Italian priest
• Januarius French bishop of Viviers
• Januarius (Gennaro Maria Immacolata Luigi) Prince of Bourbon,Two Sicilies, Count of Caltagirone, son of King Ferdinand II
• Januarius Aloysius MacGahan American journalist
• (Johann Rasso) Januarius Zick German painter
• Januarius Kyunosuke Hayasaka Japanese bishop