Gender Masculine
Usage History
Pronounced Pron. naws-trə-DAH-məs(English) naws-trə-DAY-məs(English) nos-trə-DAH-məs(English)  [key·IPA]

Meaning & History

Latinized form of the surname of Michel de Nostredame (1503-1566), a French astrologer famous for his book of prophecies. The surname, meaning "our lady" in Old French, was acquired by his father upon his conversion from Judaism to Christianity.

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Entry added April 23, 2024