Décio / Decius
Pronunciation: DEH-see-oo
Meaning
tenth
Origin
Latin
History & Etymology
Décio is the Portuguese and Galician form of the Roman cognomen Decius. The name originated from the Latin word 'decem' meaning 'ten', and was traditionally given to the tenth child in a family. It was a prominent name among the Roman gens Decia, a plebeian family that rose to importance during the Roman Republic and Empire.
The most famous bearer of the name was Decius, a Roman Emperor who reigned from 249 to 251 AD. His reign was marked by significant persecution of Christians. The name has seen continued, albeit limited, use in Romance-speaking countries, particularly Portugal and Brazil, due to its historical Roman connections.
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