Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Roman
Meaning:Awake, alert, ready
If sleepless nights are something you're anticipating when your new arrival joins the world, Vigilius will speak to the night owl within. Vigilius is a Roman and Latin name for the tiny tot who's always on the lookout for new adventures. Stemming from the root vĭgĭl, this masculine moniker means "watchful," "awake," and "alert." Vigilius has religious connections as the name of a 6th-century pope known for the “Three Chapters Controversy.” The name also belonged to Saint Vigilius of Trent, who was known to help people experiencing poverty, making it a nice way to honor faith and compassion.
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