Praxedis

Praxedis is the Latinized variant of the ancient Greek name Praxedes. This, in turn, comes from the ancient Greek term prâxis (πρᾶξῐς), which means 'deed, action, doing' and can be freely translated as 'the charitable one'.

What does the name Praxedis mean?

Praxedis is the Latinized form of the ancient Greek name Praxedes, derived from prâxis (πρᾶξῐς), which means 'deed, action, doing' and can thus be interpreted as 'the charitable one'. The name became widespread especially through the veneration of Saint Praxedis of Rome, a Roman virgin and martyr of the 2nd century. Although Praxedis is known in the German-speaking world, it is rarely given today. In Poland and Lithuania, the forms Prakseda exist.

Where does the name Praxedis come from?

The first name Praxedis has ancient Greek roots and means 'the charitable one'. The ancient Greek word prâxis (πρᾶξῐς) stands for deed, action, doing. The name can be found in various languages such as Old German and Latinized as well as in Roman contexts.

How do you pronounce Praxedis?

Praxe-dis, stressed on the first syllable

When is the name day of Praxedis?

The name day of Praxedis is celebrated on July 21.

Popularity

In Germany, Praxedis is a rather rare name. In 2012, it reached 3,656th place on the list of the most common female first names. Between 2010 and 2024, the name was given in Germany fewer than 10 times, ranking it at 10,750th place. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.

Famous people

• Hug Praxedis (concert pianist)
• Praxedis Genevieve Hug (pianist from Switzerland)