"from Aquino (place name)"
Origin: Latin Aquinum
Language: Latin
Aquinas
Pronunciation: [ uhkw-EYEN-uhs ]
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Meaning & Origin
"eagle strength"
Origin: Latin aquila
Language: Latin
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The Story of Aquinas
Aquinas is a surname-turned-given-name, most famous through Saint Thomas Aquinas, the 13th-century philosopher and theologian. The name derives from the Latin Aquinum, referring to the town of Aquino in central Italy where the family originated, itself possibly connected to aquila meaning eagle. Using Aquinas as a given name honors one of history greatest philosophical minds and the rich Scholastic tradition he founded.
Aquinas is an extremely rare given name, primarily chosen by Catholic families with deep appreciation for Scholastic philosophy and Thomas Aquinas monumental contributions to theology.
Thomas Aquinas synthesis of Aristotelian philosophy with Christian theology remains foundational to Catholic intellectual tradition, making Aquinas a name of profound scholarly and spiritual weight.
Historical Record
Aquinas first appeared in US Social Security records in 2014.
Over 5 babies have been named Aquinas in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aquinas is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #43,677 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Thomas Aquinas wrote the Summa Theologica, one of the most influential philosophical works in Western history
- Aquinas was proclaimed Doctor of the Church by Pope Pius V in 1567
- The town of Aquino in Italy, where the Aquinas family originated, still exists today
Aquinas in Other Languages
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Aquin
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Aquino
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Aquino
Popularity Over Time
#43,677
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Famous People Named Aquinas
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Corazon Aquino
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1933
First female President of the Philippines, democracy icon
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Thomas Aquinas
Religious
1225
Medieval philosopher and theologian, Doctor of the Church, author of the Summa Theologica
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #43,677
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Latin Catholic English
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Quin
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aquinas
What does the name Aquinas mean?
"from Aquino (place name)" (from Latin Aquinum). "eagle strength" (from Latin aquila). Aquinas is a surname-turned-given-name, most famous through Saint Thomas Aquinas, the 13th-century philosopher and theologian. The name derives from the Latin Aquinum, referring to the town of Aquino in central Italy where the family originated, itself possibly connected to aquila meaning eagle. Using Aquinas as a given name honors one of history greatest philosophical minds and the rich Scholastic tradition he founded.
What is the origin of the name Aquinas?
Aquinas has Latin Aquinum, Latin aquila, Italian, Latin, Catholic, and English origins. In Latin Aquinum, it means "from Aquino (place name)". In Latin aquila, it means "eagle strength".
Is Aquinas a boy or girl name?
Aquinas is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Aquinas?
Aquinas is pronounced uhkw-EYEN-uhs.
How popular is the name Aquinas?
Aquinas is currently ranked #43677 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Aquinas?
Common nicknames for Aquinas include Quin and Aqui.
What are good middle names for Aquinas?
Popular middle name pairings include Aquinas Thomas, Aquinas Francis, Aquinas Benedict, Aquinas Gregory, and Aquinas Patrick.
What are good sibling names for Aquinas?
Names that pair well with Aquinas as siblings include Augustine, Anselm, Scholastica, and Dominic.
How many syllables does Aquinas have?
Aquinas has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Aquinas a common or rare name?
Aquinas is an uncommon name, ranked #43677 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Aquinas?
Related spellings include Aquiles.
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About the Name Aquinas
Aquinas is a boy name with Italian, Latin, Catholic, and English origins . The name means "from Aquino (place name)" in Latin Aquinum .
Aquinas is currently ranked #43,677 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Aquinas has 3 syllables and is pronounced uhkw-EYEN-uhs, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Aquinas include Quin and Aqui. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Aquinas include Aquiles . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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