Names Pausanias

Pausanias

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Pausanias is derived from the Greek words 'paus' meaning 'to rest' and 'anias' meaning 'a man'. Thus, the name Pausanias means 'a man who rests'.
Scripts(How to write)
Παυσανίας
Παυσανίας(Ancient Greek)
Popularity
The name Pausanias is extremely rare and is not popularly used in the world. It is mainly used in Greece and among people who are interested in Greek history and culture.

cartoon of the name Pausanias
Cartoon of Pausanias

Pausanias Name meanings & History

The name Pausanias is derived from the Greek words 'paus' meaning 'to rest' and 'anias' meaning 'a man'. Thus, the name Pausanias means 'a man who rests'. Derived from the Greek noun παῦσις (pausis) meaning "stopping, ceasing" combined with the Greek noun ἀνία (ania) meaning "grief, sorrow, distress, trouble".Notable bearers of this name include king Pausanias of Macedon (4th century BC) and king Pausanias of Sparta (5th century BC). The name Pausanias can be used as a unique name for baby boys born to parents who are interested in ancient Greek culture and history.

Zodiac Sign of Pausanias: Pretty Taurus,Pensive Libra

Synonyms of Pausanias:

P: Pensive,Particular,Partnership,Passive,Political

A: Argumentative,Action,Assertive,Aggressive,Ambitious,Angry

U: Unity,Understanding,Undermining,Utopia,Universality

S: Sex,Solidity,Status,Success,Sensuality,Social Standing,Security

N: Nice,Neurosis,Nitpicking,Nagging,Neat,Nutrition,Nervous

I: Indulgence,Intimate,Involved

Pausanias is:

  • a Comedic name
  • a Delicate name
  • a Formal name

Famous People

The most famous person with the name Pausanias was the ancient Greek traveler and geographer, who wrote the book 'Description of Greece'.