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Ignatius

ig-NAY-shuss

Popularity

#1734

rising

Letters

8

Syllables

3

Origin

Latin

Total Births

3,975

Peak Year

#97 in 1920

First Recorded

1885

Style

Strong & Bold, Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A name of Latin origin, meaning 'fiery' or 'ardent'.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Saint Ignatius of Loyola

    Founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits)

Nicknames

Personality Traits

PassionateIntelligentStrong-willedCreative

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