Festus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFES-tus / /ˈfɛstəs/Latin
Meaning
happy; fortunate
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Festus is derived from the Latin word 'festivus,' meaning festive or joyful. It has historical significance in early Christian texts, particularly in the New Testament, where Festus was a Roman governor. The name has been used in various cultures, primarily in Christian contexts, and has seen varying levels of popularity over the centuries.
Trend Summary
The name Festus has remained relatively uncommon in the United States, with limited popularity over the years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fest
- Festy
International Variants
- Festo (Italian)
- Festus (Latin)
Famous people named Festus
Festus of Malta was a Roman governor mentioned in the Bible, known for his interactions with the Apostle Paul.
Festus Mogae served as the President of Botswana from 1998 to 2008, contributing to the country's democratic governance.
Fictional characters named Festus
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Festus was first seen in the United States in 1883. Festus has ranked as high as #824 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Festus has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Festus (1929)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 8 |
| 1884 | 8 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 16 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |