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Aureus
Pronounced OR-ee-us /ˈɔr.i.əs/Medium
Meaning: Aureus is a Latin word meaning 'golden, of gold,' also the name of an ancient Roman gold coin. As a given name it reads as a radiant, classical word-name.Low
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Aureus is Latin for 'golden, of gold,' and also named an ancient Roman gold coin. As a modern given name it reads as a radiant, classical word-name (said 'OR-ee-us').
In the U.S. it is rare and reads as a classical word-name. Rare, radiant, and classic.
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What does the name Aureus mean?
Aureus is Latin for 'golden, of gold'; it was also the name of a Roman gold coin.
How do you pronounce Aureus?
It's said OR-ee-us /ˈɔr.i.əs/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Aureus a boy or girl name?
Aureus is used here as a boy's name.
How popular is Aureus?
Aureus is a rare, classical name in the U.S.