Ambrosius

Ambrosius is a masculine first name that has its roots in Latin and traces back to Ancient Greek. Its meaning is 'the Immortal' or 'the Divine' and is derived from the Ancient Greek term ambrósios (ᾰ̓μβρόσῐος), which stands for 'immortal, divine'.

What does the name Ambrosius mean?

The name Ambrosius has Latin origins and is closely linked to Ancient Greek. It means 'the Immortal' or 'the Divine' and is derived from the Ancient Greek word ambrósios (ᾰ̓μβρόσῐος), which means 'immortal, divine'. The name originally traces back to 'Ambrosia', which in Greek mythology is considered the food of the gods that grants immortality. Ambrosius was already a popular name in antiquity, borne by many saints. While it was frequently used until the late Middle Ages, it subsequently lost popularity. From the 17th century onward, the short form Ambros became increasingly common. International variants of the name include Ambrogio (Italian), Ambroise (French), Ambrose (English), Ambrosio (Spanish, Portuguese), and Ambroz (Czech, Slovak, Slovenian). The feminine form of the name is Ambrosia.

Where does the name Ambrosius come from?

The origin of the name Ambrosius can be traced back to Ancient Greek, where it carries the meanings 'the Immortal' or 'the Divine'.

How do you pronounce Ambrosius?

The pronunciation of Ambrosius is melodious and consists of four syllables. It is pronounced as 'Am-bro-si-us' [amˈbʁoːzi̯ʊs], which creates a solemn and rhythmic sound. The ending -ius gives the name an elegant, almost liturgical touch, leaving a dignified and impressive impression.

When is the name day of Ambrosius?

Ambrosius is celebrated on name days on April 4 and December 7, in remembrance of Saint Ambrose of Milan.

Popularity

In Germany, Ambrosius is a rather rare first name. In 2013, it ranked 3,619th among the most common male first names. From 2010 to 2024, Ambrosius was given less than 10 times in Germany, placing it at 9,082nd. In the last ten years, no child has been named this.

Nicknames & pet names

Abro / Ambi / Ambri / Ambro / Aos / Aris / Brosi / Brösmeli / Brösu / Ombre / Sius

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