Athanasius

immortal

GenderBoyOriginGreekSay itath-uh-NAY-shusPopularityvery rare
Pronounced ath-uh-NAY-shus

About the name Athanasius

Athanasius was a fierce defender of Christian doctrine against the Arian heresy, earning the phrase 'Athanasius against the world.' The name is weighty, intellectual, and bold.

Unyielding and brilliant, a defender of truth.

Fun fact

He was exiled five times for his theological convictions yet never recanted.

Nicknames for Athanasius

AthanNase

Variations

AthanasiosAtanasioAtanazy

Famous people named Athanasius

  • Athanasius of Alexandria (Doctor of the Church)

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