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Ferdinand
FUR-dih-nand
Ferdinand (name) means a masculine given name of Germanic origin, meaning "bold voyager" or "brave journey," borne by several European kings. Example: “Rio Ferdinand was a standout defender in English football.”
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A masculine given name of Germanic origin, meaning "bold voyager" or "brave journey," borne by several European kings.
"Rio Ferdinand was a standout defender in English football."
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Word forms
- Plural
- Ferdinands
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Etymology
From Spanish Ferdinando, from Proto-Germanic *fardiz (“journey”) + *nanþaz (“daring”) (from the root of *ninþaną (“to be daring”)). * (Uranus): The moon is named after a character in Shakespeare's The Tempest. * (Philippines): Named after Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos
Frequently asked questions
What does “Ferdinand” mean?
The word “Ferdinand” means a masculine given name of Germanic origin, meaning "bold voyager" or "brave journey," borne by several European kings.
How do you pronounce “Ferdinand”?
“Ferdinand” is pronounced FUR-dih-nand (/ˈfɝdn̩.ænd/ in IPA).
How do you use “Ferdinand” in a sentence?
Here is “Ferdinand” used in a sentence: “Rio Ferdinand was a standout defender in English football.”
What part of speech is “Ferdinand”?
“Ferdinand” is a name.
Is “Ferdinand” a common word?
“Ferdinand” is an uncommon word in modern English.
