Aurelian
aw-REE-lee-en
Aurelian is a boy’s name of Latin origin, meaning “Derived from the Roman name Aurelius, meaning 'golden'.”. It currently ranks #3690 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.
What Aurelian Means
“Derived from the Roman name Aurelius, meaning 'golden'.”
The Story of Aurelian
This name belongs to emperors and saints, a powerful echo of golden strength, waiting for your son.
Aurelian is derived from the Roman cognomen Aurelius, meaning 'golden'. It was borne by a formidable Roman emperor who reunited the empire in the 3rd century AD, and by a 6th-century bishop of Arles.
You imagine your son, Aurelian, as a noble leader, wise and strong in his determination. His presence will be marked by a golden strength, a quiet resolve that guides him and those around him.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Aurelian of Carthage
6th-century bishop of Arles
Aurelian
Roman emperor from 270 to 275 AD
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#30 in 2024
Total Births
105
First Recorded
2017
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