Decius

/ˈdɛʃəs/ proper noun

Definition

A name, often referring to Roman historical figures or emperors of ancient Rome.

Etymology

From Latin, an ancient Roman family name (gens Decia). Several notable Romans bore this name, most famously Decius who ruled as emperor and died fighting the Goths.

Kelly Says

Emperor Decius (249-251 CE) was one of Rome's 'Crisis Emperors'—he lasted only two years before dying in battle, representing how unstable Rome got in the 3rd century!

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