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Aloysius

al-oh-IHSH-uhs

Aloysius (name) means a male given name, associated with the 16th-century Italian saint Aloysius Gonzaga. Example: “He was named Aloysius after his grandfather.”

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A male given name, associated with the 16th-century Italian saint Aloysius Gonzaga.
"He was named Aloysius after his grandfather."
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Etymology

A Latinized form of the Occitan name Aloys, itself a variant of Louis.

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Aloysius” mean?

The word “Aloysius” means a male given name, associated with the 16th-century Italian saint Aloysius Gonzaga.

How do you pronounce “Aloysius”?

“Aloysius” is pronounced al-oh-IHSH-uhs (/æl.əʊˈɪʃ.əs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Aloysius” in a sentence?

Here is “Aloysius” used in a sentence: “He was named Aloysius after his grandfather.”

What part of speech is “Aloysius”?

“Aloysius” is a name.

Where does the word “Aloysius” come from?

The word “Aloysius” comes from Latin. A Latinized form of the Occitan name Aloys, itself a variant of Louis.

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