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Aurelius

aw-REE-lee-uhs

Aurelius (name) means a masculine given name of Latin origin, historically linked to Roman nobility. Example: “The emperor Marcus Aurelius is remembered for his writings on Stoic philosophy.”

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A masculine given name of Latin origin, historically linked to Roman nobility.
"The emperor Marcus Aurelius is remembered for his writings on Stoic philosophy."

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In plain EnglishA traditional Roman-derived male name, most famous through the emperor Marcus Aurelius.

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Etymology

From Latin Aurēlius, a Roman family name related to aureus ("golden").

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Aurelius” mean?

The word “Aurelius” means a masculine given name of Latin origin, historically linked to Roman nobility. In plain terms, a traditional Roman-derived male name, most famous through the emperor Marcus Aurelius.

How do you pronounce “Aurelius”?

“Aurelius” is pronounced aw-REE-lee-uhs (/ɔˈɹiliəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Aurelius” in a sentence?

Here is “Aurelius” used in a sentence: “The emperor Marcus Aurelius is remembered for his writings on Stoic philosophy.”

What part of speech is “Aurelius”?

“Aurelius” is a name.

Where does the word “Aurelius” come from?

The word “Aurelius” comes from Latin. From Latin Aurēlius, a Roman family name related to aureus ("golden").

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