Aurelian Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationaw-REL-ee-an / əˈrɛliənLatin; French
Meaning
golden; gilded
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Aurelian is derived from the Latin 'Aurelius', meaning 'golden' or 'gilded', and was notably borne by Roman emperors. In French, it has been adopted as a variant, reflecting the name's historical significance in both Roman and medieval contexts.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Aurelius
- Aurelie
International Variants
- Aurelien (French)
- Aureliano (Spanish)
- Aurelio (Italian)
Famous people named Aurelian
Aurelian — Roman Emperor.
Fictional characters named Aurelian
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aurelian was first seen in the United States in 2017. Aurelian has ranked as high as #1330 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Aurelian has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aurelian (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 30 |