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First name Columbus - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Nameday
23. November
Meaning
The male first name Columbus comes from Latin and means "the dove". It is mainly known in the USA, as it was given to the famous explorer Christopher Columbus. The meaning of the name is closely linked to the spirit of exploration and the peaceful nature of the dove. The origin of the name can also be traced back to the Italian name "Colombo", which also means "dove". In other languages such as Spanish or Portuguese, the name is pronounced as "Colón".
Famous people with the first name Columbus
- Christopher Columbus (United States brigadier general of the Union Army in the American Civil War)
- Chris Columbus (filmmaker) (Writer)