All about the name
Ignace
Male
« Ignatius is a Latin-derived masculine name meaning 'fierce' or 'intense', inspired by the Latin word for fire, ignis. Popularized by Saint Ignatius of Loyola, it remains used today with variants like Ignace and Inacio, though lacking specific celebrations or associated traits beyond its saintly namesake. »
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since 1900
Meaning, origin, history
Ignatius is a masculine given name of Latin origin that means "fierce" or "intense." It is derived from the Latin word "ignis," which means "fire." The name Ignatius was popularized by Saint Ignatius of Loyola, a Spanish priest and theologian who founded the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) in the 16th century. However, the name has been used for centuries before that, dating back to ancient Roman times. Today, Ignatius is still used as a given name, but it is more commonly associated with its variant forms, such as "Ignace" or "Inacio." Despite its historical and religious significance, the name Ignatius does not have any specific celebrations or associated traits of character besides those related to its saintly namesake.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Ignace since 1880
Total births
96
Total since 1880
Peak year
1919
10 births
in 1925
10
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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