First name Quirinus - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Latin
Nameday
Meaning
Quirinus is a male name with roots in ancient Rome and the Latin language. Its meaning is associated with a spear. In Roman religion, Quirinus was worshipped as a deity linked to the Roman state. The name has also been borne by several Christian saints. Notable bearers include the Dutch painter Quirinus van Amelsfoort, the German poet Quirinus Kuhlmann, and the fictional character Quirinus Quirrell from Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
Famous people with the first name Quirinus
- Quirinus Kuhlmann (Writer)
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