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Zenas

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Zenas is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Zenas is a Greek name, a short form of Zenodorus, meaning 'gift of Zeus'. It appears in the New Testament of the Bible.”, and peaked in popularity in 1991.

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What Zenas Means

Zenas is a Greek name, a short form of Zenodorus, meaning 'gift of Zeus'. It appears in the New Testament of the Bible.

The Story of Zenas

This name, a gift from Zeus himself, carries the intelligence of ancient Greece and a biblical legacy of wisdom.

Zenas is a Greek name, a concise form of Zenodorus, which means 'gift of Zeus.' This name has ancient roots in Hellenistic culture, where Zeus was the king of the gods. It gained a notable presence in early Christianity, appearing in the New Testament as a learned man and lawyer whom Paul the Apostle asks Titus to escort. The name has since traveled through centuries, a subtle echo of classical learning and divine blessing.

Whispering 'Zenas' to your son conjures an image of quiet intellect, a mind that grasps complexities with ease. It’s a name that feels both ancient and sharp, like a well-honed tool. When you write Zenas on his birth announcement, it’s like bestowing upon him a quiet blessing of wisdom, a legacy of thoughtful consideration that will guide his path.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Personality Traits

GiftedIntelligentStrongReliable

Peak Year

#23 in 1991

Total Births

447

First Recorded

1885

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