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The Name Baptist - Origin and Meaning of Baptist
  



The Name Baptist - Origin and Meaning of Baptist


Gender

Masculine

Origin of the Name Baptist

Greek

Usage of the Name Baptist

German

Meaning of the Name Baptist

The name Baptist means "baptist" in English and German. It is derived, via Latin "baptista", from the Greek word "baptistes" (from "baptein" - "to dip"). The name is usually paired with Johann, in honour of John the Baptist who was a major religious figure and Christian saint.

Famous Bearers

Bearers of the name include Johann Baptist Zimmermann (1680 - 1758), a German painter; Johann Baptist Straub (1704 - 1784), a German sculptor; Johann Baptist von Spix (1781 - 1826), a German naturalist.

Names Related to Baptist

List of names related to Baptist.
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