Origin and Meaning of Remigius

Gender

Masculine

Origin of Remigius

Latin

Meaning of Remigius

The name Remigius is a Roman cognomen, which is derived from the Latin word "remigis" meaning "oarsman".

Famous bearers

Bearers include Remigius (Remi) of Auxerre (c. 850 - 908), a Benedictine theologian and author; Remigius de Fécamp (died 1092), a Benedictine monk who was a supporter of William the Conqueror at the Battle of Hastings.

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