♂ Name Ägidius

Q: What does the name Ägidius mean?

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

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Ägidius is a ♂ boy name.

Where does the name Ägidius come from?

Ägidius is a German 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 Ägidius mean?

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

Pronunciation of Ägidius

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Variants

Aegidius Egidius

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Popularity of the name Ägidius

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