Gender Masculine

Meaning & History

Roman family name meaning "priestly", derived from Latin flamen, a type of priest. A notable bearer of the family name was the 3rd-century consul Gaius Flaminius. He was killed in battle against Hannibal's forces during the Second Punic War.

Related Names

Feminine FormFlaminia
Other Languages & CulturesFlaminio(Italian)

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Entry added April 23, 2024