Ignatius Name Origin
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Italian (European) 50%
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Polish (Slavic) 30%
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Spanish (Hispanic) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: Ignatius
- Last Name: N/A
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
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Name Origin
The name Ignatius is of Latin origin, derived from the Latin 'Ignatius', possibly linked to 'ignis' meaning 'fire'. It has historical significance in Christian tradition, notably associated with Saint Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuits. The name has been adopted in various European cultures, especially Italian, Polish, and Spanish.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Ignatius each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).