Papal Names
- Sergius
Origin:
Latin, a Roman clan nameDescription:
Rarely heard in modern times, it was used by Norman Mailer for the hero of his book The Deer Park.
- Marinus
- Paschal
- Zephyrinus
Origin:
Latin form of Zephyrus, Greek mythology nameMeaning:
"west wind"Description:
Zephyrinus is the form of the name of the Greek god of the west wind best known as the name of a Jewish pope and saint.
- Romanus
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"from Rome"Description:
Most parents looking for an ancient Roman name would probably prefer something less generic, like, say, MAGNUS or CLAUDIUS.
- Honorius
Origin:
Ancient Roman nameDescription:
This early name of emperors and popes survives in modern forms such as Honor, used for both genders.
- Pelagius
- Ursinus
- Damasus