Janus name - Meaning of Janus

Janus name - Meaning of Janus

Gender

Masculine

Lucky Number

11

Usage

Roman Mythology, Latin

Pronounced

JAY-nes

Janus Meaning

Means "archway" in Latin. Janus was the Roman god of gateways and beginnings, often depicted as having two faces looking in opposite directions. The month of January is named for him. Janus originates in Latin language and means "passage with arches". In Roman mythology, Janus was a god of transitions, beginnings, doors and gates. As a masculine given name it is very rare these days.

Janus Related Names
Variant: Ianus