Thyrsus

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Gender Masculine

Usage Ancient Greek (Latinized), History (Ecclesiastical)

Meaning & History

Latinized form of Thyrsos. This name was borne by a Christian martyr from the 3rd century AD, who was killed for his faith in Sozopolis (Apollonia), Phrygia during the persecution of Emperor Decius.

Added 1/7/2015 by LMS
Edited 2/10/2024 by Frollein Gladys and Lucille