Aurelius
a(u)-re-lius
US Popularity:2975
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Roman
Meaning:Golden, gilded
Aurelius is a boy’s name of Latin origin, meaning “golden” or “gilded.” History buffs may know Aurelius because of the 2nd-century Roman Emperor and Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius. However, the name actually gets its sparkle from the Latin words aureus and aurum. Like its feminine counterparts, Aurélie and Aurelia, Aurelius is a unique baby name with a sweet, musical sound. If you’re looking to the past for uncommonly used baby names that are filled with historical symbolism and positive meanings, Aurelius ticks every box.
Aurelius Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Aurelius is currently #1575 on The Bump
Boy:Aurelius is currently #448 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Aurelius is currently #2975 in U.S. births
Boy:Aurelius is currently #958 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#2975
in 2022
+ 875
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Aurelius, November 2020
Ancestry, Aurelius Family History
Britannica, Marcus Aurelius, emperor of Rome, March 2024
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