Find out how popular the first name Crispus has been for the last 1 years (from 1975 to 1975) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Crispus by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Crispus is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1975, there were 7 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Crispus.

The history of the first name Crispus

The name Crispus has its origins in ancient Rome, derived from the Latin word "crispus," which means "curly" or "curled." It likely originated as a nickname or cognomen given to individuals with curly hair during the Roman era.

The earliest recorded use of the name Crispus dates back to the 4th century AD, when it was borne by Crispus Caesar, the son of the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great and his first wife, Minervina. Crispus was a respected military commander who was tragically executed by his own father in 326 AD under mysterious circumstances.

Another prominent historical figure with the name Crispus was Crispus of Chalcedon, a Christian philosopher and theologian who lived in the 5th century AD. He was a disciple of the Neoplatonist philosopher Proclus and played a significant role in the development of Christian Neoplatonism.

In the 16th century, the name Crispus was revived during the Protestant Reformation as a form of the name Crispin, which was derived from the Latin name Crispinus. One notable bearer of the name was Crispus Attucks, an African-American man who was the first casualty of the American Revolutionary War, killed in the Boston Massacre of 1770.

Another historical figure with the name Crispus was Crispus Myghell, a Dutch Catholic priest and missionary who lived in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. He served as a missionary in the Dutch East Indies (modern-day Indonesia) and is known for his efforts to convert the local population to Christianity.

In the 18th century, Crispus Sheffeigh was an English clergyman and author who wrote several works on theological and philosophical subjects. He was also involved in the debate surrounding the issue of slavery and advocated for its abolition.

While the name Crispus has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has been borne by a number of notable individuals across various fields, reflecting its enduring legacy and connection to ancient Roman roots.

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