Longinus name - Meaning of Longinus

Longinus name - Meaning of Longinus

Gender

Masculine

Lucky Number

3

Usage

Ancient Roman

Longinus Meaning

Roman cognomen derived from Latin longus "long". According to Christian legend Saint Longinus was the name of the Roman soldier who pierced Jesus ' side with a spear, then converted to Christianity and was martyred. The name was also borne by the 3rd-century Greek philosopher Cassius Longinus.

Longinus Related Names
Feminine Form: Longina
Other Languages: Longin (Polish)