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AgapiosChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Love, kindness, compassion

Pronunciation: ag-AH-pee-os

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Name
Agapios
Meaning
Love, kindness, compassion
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ag-AH-pee-os
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
(Monday)
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Agapios mean?

Agapios is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Love". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: ag-AH-pee-os. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Ἀγάπιος

Ἀγάπιος - ἀγάπη, ἀγάπιος, ἄγαγα

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ag-AH-pee-os

IPA

/aɣaˈpi.os/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Agapios is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Love. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

(Monday)

Lucky Colors

BlueGold

Lucky Stone

Rose Quartz

Life Path Number

11

Numerology meaning: Intuitive, imaginative, and sensitive.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A symbol of divine love and compassion.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Agapios is a name that carries a deep sense of love, kindness, and compassion in Christian cultures. The name has Greek origins and was used in ancient Greece to express the highest form of love. Later, in Christian traditions, Agapios became a name given to those who followed the teachings of Jesus Christ and lived a life full of love and compassion towards others.
Agapios is a name that embodies the spiritual qualities of selflessness, kindness, and love as taught by Jesus Christ. Agapios is not just a name but a reminder to strive for a more compassionate and loving existence. It encourages individuals to act with kindness, compassion, and love towards others and to spread these virtues in their communities, thereby creating a ripple effect of positivity and harmony.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Agapios was a bishop of Constantinople in the 5th century. The name Agapios carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

5th century

Historical records show that Agapios of Palestine was a monk and writer in the 4th century. The name Agapios carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

4th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Agapios

Beloved, loved without condition

🇮🇱Hebrew

אגאפיו

אגאפיו - נגזר מאגפה, אהבה ללא תנאי

🇬🇷Greek

Ἀγάπιος

Ἀγάπιος - ἀγάπη, ἀγάπιος, ἄγαγα

🇮🇹Latin

Agapios

Agapios - caritas, amor incondicionalis

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