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Kazys
OriginLithuanian short form of Kazimieras, Polish, Slavic
Meaning"destroyer of peace"
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About Kazys
A succinct and charming short form of the Lithuanian Kazimieras, a variation of the stately and saintly names, Kazimierz and Casimir. Derived from the Slavic elements kaziti and miru, its long form means "destroyer (or proclaimer) of peace".
Notable bearers of the name include Lithuanian former president Kazys Grinius, writer and poet Kazys Boruta, and basketball player Kazys Petkevičius.
Pronounced KAH-zis.
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