Egidius is a ♂ boy’s name.
Egidius 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.
Egidius means “protector” and “shield-holder” (from ancient Greek “aigís/αἰγῐ́ς” = goat skin) and “young goat” (from ancient Greek “αἰγίδιον/aigídion”).
The name Egidius is ranked #11217 overall.
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