Aurelius
Aurelius is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Golden or gilded.
Origin and history
Aurelius is a classic Latin name derived from the Roman family name, which traces back to the word for golden. Historically associated with the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius, the name has seen a resurgence in the United States in recent years as parents seek grand, classical names.
Popularity in the United States
1,764 babies in the United States have been named Aurelius since 1880. It ranks #3038 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1147.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.6 %)
- TX (24.8 %)
- FL (9.7 %)
- NY (7.6 %)
- WA (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 45 |
| 1920-1930 | 59 |
| 1930-1940 | 20 |
| 1940-1950 | 13 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 23 |
| 1970-1980 | 43 |
| 1980-1990 | 35 |
| 1990-2000 | 27 |
| 2000-2010 | 164 |
| 2010-2019 | 454 |
| 2020-2029 | 876 |
Famous people named Aurelius
- Aurelius Augustine: Philosopher, Theologian
Fun facts
- It was the family name of Marcus Aurelius, the famed Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher.
- The name shares its root with the Latin word 'aurum', meaning gold.