Decimus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEH-sih-muhs / /ˈdɛsɪməs/Latin
Meaning
tenth
Historical & Cultural Background
Decimus is derived from the Latin word 'decimus', meaning 'tenth'. It was commonly used in ancient Rome as a praenomen, or personal name, for boys born as the tenth child. The name reflects the Roman tradition of naming children based on their birth order. It has been less common in modern times but retains historical significance.
Similar Names
Variants
- Decimus
- Decimo
International Variants
- Decimo (Italian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Decimus was first seen in the United States in 2006. Decimus has ranked as high as #1375 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Decimus has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Decimus
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |