Regulus

Gender Masculine
Usage Ancient Roman, Astronomy
Pronounced Pron. REH-goo-loos(Latin)  [key·IPA]

Meaning & History

Roman cognomen meaning "prince, little king", a diminutive of Latin rex "king". This was the cognomen of several 3rd-century BC consuls from the gens Atilia. It was also the name of several early saints. A star in the constellation Leo bears this name as well.

Related Names

Other Languages & CulturesRex(English) Régulo(Portuguese) Régulo, Reyes(Spanish)

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Entry updated January 21, 2022