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Roman Catholic Names

  1. Cyprian

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "man of Cyprus"

    • Description:

      With a long and noble history -- Cyprian was one of the great Christian Latin writers -- this could make a highly unusual but meaningful choice.
  2. Sixtus

    • Origin:

      Latin from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "sixth born"

    • Description:

      The name of several popes and saints, Sixtus is certainly unusual but would have trouble making it in the modern world outside the Vatican. Even worse is its brother Sextus. Try making it through seventh grade with that name.
  3. Cosmas

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "order, beauty, universe"

    • Description:

      Cosmas was the name of an Arabian saint who was martyred with his twin brother Damian. They are the patron saints of physicians.
  4. Perpetua

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "perpetual"

    • Description:

      A 3rd century saint's name sometimes used in Catholic communities, and in Western European countries like Portugal and Italy.
  5. Barnabus

    • Description:

      Barnabus is a variant spelling of Barnabas, a name of Aramaic origin meaning 'son of consolation' or 'son of encouragement.' The name appears in the Christian New Testament, belonging to an early Christian disciple known for his missionary work with Paul. This biblical connection has made the name enduring across centuries, particularly in religious communities. The variation with 'u' instead of 'a' in the final syllable emerged through spelling evolution over time. Barnabus carries connotations of kindness, generosity, and supportive nature, reflecting the character of its biblical namesake. Despite its ancient roots, the name has never been extremely common, maintaining a dignified, scholarly air while avoiding overuse. It offers a substantial historical option with a distinctive sound.

  6. Chrysogonus
    • Marcellinus
      • Melchizedek
        • Romaric

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