Nicasius

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Gender Masculine
Usage Ancient Greek (Latinized), Dutch (Rare), African (Rare)

Meaning & History

Latinized form of Nikasios. This was the name of several martyrs and saints, such as Nicasius of Die (4th century AD) and Nicasius of Rheims (5th century AD).

Other notable bearers include the Dutch statesman Nicasius de Sille (1543-1600) and the Flemish painter Nicasius Bernaerts (1620-1678).
Added 7/17/2007 by Lucille
Edited 1/26/2021 by Lucille