BoyLatin
Festus
FES-təs
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Latin
Total Births
371
Peak Year
#16 in 1916
First Recorded
1883
Style
Vintage
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Festus is a Latin name meaning "festive" or "joyful."
Numerology
2
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Porcius Festus
Roman procurator of Judea in the Bible
Personality Traits
JoyfulReliableStrongHonest
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