♂ Name Aegidius

Q: What does the name Aegidius mean?

Aegidius means 'protector' and 'shield-holder' (from ancient Greek 'aigís/αἰγῐ́ς' = goat skin) and 'young goat' (from ancient Greek 'αἰγίδιον/aigídion').

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Aegidius is a ♂ boy name.

Where does the name Aegidius come from?

Aegidius is a name of ancient Greek origin. The name derived from Aigis, a shield or breastplate of goat skin, that was used by the Greek goddess Athena and the god Zeus to make lightning and thunder.

What does the name Aegidius mean?

Aegidius means “protector” and “shield-holder” (from ancient Greek “aigís/αἰγῐ́ς” = goat skin) and “young goat” (from ancient Greek “αἰγίδιον/aigídion”).

Pronunciation of Aegidius

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Variants

Egidius Ägidius

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Popularity of the name Aegidius

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