Tertius

Third; Tertius was the scribe who wrote down the letter to the Romans for Paul.

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Tertius meaning & origin

Tertius is listed in our catalog as a boy name. Its listed meaning is "Third; Tertius was the scribe who wrote down the letter to the Romans for Paul.". Listed origin: Latin.

Pronunciation

TUR-shəs

Catalog phonetic spelling

Popularity

We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Tertius. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.

Nicknames

Ter

Middle Name Ideas

  • Tertius Luke
  • Tertius Mark
  • Tertius John

Famous Namesakes

  • Tertius in the New Testament

Sources & notes

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tertius

What does the name Tertius mean?

Tertius is listed in our catalog as a boy name. Its listed meaning is "Third; Tertius was the scribe who wrote down the letter to the Romans for Paul.". Listed origin: Latin.

How do you pronounce Tertius?

Our catalog's pronunciation guide is TUR-shəs. Pronunciation can vary by language and family.

How popular is the name Tertius?

We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Tertius. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.

What nickname ideas could work for Tertius?

Ideas to try include Ter. These are suggestions, not a measure of usage.

What middle names could work with Tertius?

Try Tertius Luke, Tertius Mark, Tertius John aloud with your surname. These pairings are subjective suggestions.

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