Decimus Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DEH-sih-muhs //ˈdɛsɪməs//
Origin: Latin
Meaning: tenth
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Decimus originates from the Latin word "decimus," meaning "tenth." It was traditionally used in ancient Rome to denote the tenth-born child in a family or to signify the tenth day of the month in the Roman calendar. The name is derived from the root "decem," which means "ten." As Latin evolved and spread throughout Europe, Decimus made its way into various languages, eventually being adopted into English through the influence of the Roman Empire and the subsequent Latin literature that permeated medieval scholarship.
Historically, the name Decimus is associated with several notable figures in Roman history. One of the most prominent was Decimus Junius Brutus Albinus, a Roman general and politician who played a significant role in the assassination of Julius Caesar in 44 BCE.
His actions and subsequent involvement in the political turmoil of the late Roman Republic highlight the name's connection to pivotal historical events. Additionally, the name appears in early Christian contexts, with several saints bearing the name, which contributed to its use in Christian communities during the Middle Ages.
Culturally, Decimus has been linked to themes of order and hierarchy, reflecting the significance of numbers in Roman society. The use of the name in various historical texts and its association with important figures has allowed it to endure through the centuries.
While less common in contemporary usage, Decimus retains a sense of gravitas and historical weight, often evoking the rich legacy of Roman culture and its impact on Western civilization. The name has also inspired various diminutive forms, although these are less frequently noted in historical records.
Fictional characters named Decimus
The following list of fictional characters named Decimus is a work in progress. If you would like to suggest an additional character, please send us the character's name along with a brief, one-sentence description of what they are best known for.
You may also submit corrections, which we will review and update as quickly as possible.
Decimus is a fictional character from the video game series Total War: Rome II. He is a prominent general in the Roman army, known for his strategic prowess and leadership on the battlefield.
Sibling suggestions
If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Decimus, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.
Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Decimus. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Decimus was first seen in the United States in 2006.
Decimus has ranked as high as #18449 nationally, which occurred in 2025, 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)
The name Decimus is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Decimus was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Decimus.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8 | 8 |
| 2020 | 5 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 | 8 |
| 2015 | 7 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 | 5 |
| 2012 | 8 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 | 7 |
| 2008 | 6 | 6 |
| 2006 | 8 | 8 |
Top States for Decimus
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
No state data available for this year.