Ignatius
/ihɡnayshuhs/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Ignatius is a English name meaning "Fiery". The name Ignatius is of uncertain origin, potentially derived from the Roman family name Egnatius, which is Etruscan in origin, or possibly from the Latin word "ignis" meaning "fire."
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic ihɡnayshuhs
IPA ɪɡneɪʃəs
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ihɡnayshuhs. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Ignatius
- · Saint Ignatius of Loyola - Founder of the Society of Jesus
- · Ignatius J. Reilly - Fictional character in 'A Confederacy of Dunces'
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