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Mamilian

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  • Origin: Latin
  • Meaning: unknown
  • Gender: Male

The name is derived from the Roman gens name, Mamilius. Its meaning is uncertain. It may relate to the Latin mamilla meaning, “breast; nip; tit” or to mar, meaning “the shining one, splendid one.” It has also been linked with the Celtic mam (strength) and hil (seed).

The most notable bearer is Saint Mamilian of Palermo (San Mamiliano), a 5th-century bishop and martyr venerated in Sicily. The designated name-day is September 15, which on the island of Giglio, there is a yearly festival held in the saint’s honor.

Other forms include:

  • Mamiliá (Catalan)
  • Mamilian (English, German, Polish)
  • Mamilien (French)
  • Mamiliano (Italian)
  • Mamilianus (Latin)
  • Mamilianu (Sicilian)

Feminine forms would include:

  • Mamiliana (Italian)
  • Mamilienne (French)

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