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BoyPronounced English /ˈɡɹeɪ.ʃən/

Gratian

A name of Roman origin meaning "grateful".

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Gratian is a boy name with Roman roots meaning "grateful".

Pronunciation: English /ˈɡɹeɪ.ʃən/.

GenderBoy
OriginRoman
Meaninggrateful
PronunciationEnglish /ˈɡɹeɪ.ʃən/

Meaning and history

This name comes from the Roman name Gratianus, which was derived from Latin gratus meaning "grateful". Saint Gratian was the first bishop of Tours (4th century). This was also the name of a Roman emperor.

Notes and context

Usage: history