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Horace

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Horace (name) means a male given name of Latin origin, notably borne by the Roman poet Horace. Example: “His grandfather was named Horace after the Roman poet.”

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A male given name of Latin origin, notably borne by the Roman poet Horace.
"His grandfather was named Horace after the Roman poet."

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Etymology

From Latin Horatius, a Roman family name of obscure, possibly Etruscan, origin. Doublet of Horatio.

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Horace” mean?

The word “Horace” means a male given name of Latin origin, notably borne by the Roman poet Horace.

How do you pronounce “Horace”?

“Horace” is pronounced HO-rihs (/ˈhɔɹəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Horace” in a sentence?

Here is “Horace” used in a sentence: “His grandfather was named Horace after the Roman poet.”

What part of speech is “Horace”?

“Horace” is a name.

Where does the word “Horace” come from?

The word “Horace” comes from Latin. From Latin Horatius, a Roman family name of obscure, possibly Etruscan, origin. Doublet of Horatio.

Is “Horace” a common word?

“Horace” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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