Decimus

/ˈdɛsɪməs/ noun

Definition

A Latin name or title meaning 'the tenth,' often used as a distinguishing name in Roman families (e.g., Decimus Junius Brutus).

Etymology

From Latin 'decimus' (tenth). Used in Roman naming conventions to designate the tenth son or tenth person in a line of succession.

Kelly Says

Many famous Romans had 'Decimus' in their names, like Decimus Junius Brutus, the founder of Rome's colonies—the name choice told you exactly where someone fell in birth order, making Roman names into genealogical records.

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