What is the origin of the name Decimus?

Decimus is a name of Latin origin.

How do you pronounce Decimus?

Decimus is pronounced DEK-ih-mus.

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Decimus

DEK-ih-mus

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

Peak Year

#8 in 2006

First Recorded

2006

Style

Vintage, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Latin name meaning 'tenth'. Historically given to the tenth child.

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Numerology

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Nicknames

Dec Dex

Similar Names

Octavius Primus Quintus Titus

Personality Traits

OrganizedPracticalReliableStrong

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