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)