Polycarp

much fruit

GenderBoyOriginGreekSay itPOL-ee-karpPopularityvery rare
Pronounced POL-ee-karp

About the name Polycarp

Polycarp was a disciple of the Apostle John and bishop of Smyrna, martyred with legendary calm at an advanced age. Fruitful in meaning and rich in history.

Fruitful and unwavering, a bridge between generations of faith.

Fun fact

His martyrdom account, written soon after his death, is one of the earliest detailed records of a Christian execution.

Nicknames for Polycarp

PolyCarp

Variations

PolikarpPolicarpo

Famous people named Polycarp

  • Saint Polycarp of Smyrna (bishop-martyr)

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