The nameBaptistin
Baptistin is an old French nickname for Baptiste, widely given in the early 20th century.
- Boy's name
- Greek
Meaning
Like Baptiste, it comes from the Greek baptistês, "one who baptises".
Origin
Greek, through Baptiste, with the diminutive suffix -in.
History
Baptistin peaked in France in the very early 20th century, then slowly faded. A few families give it again today.
Popularity of the name Baptistin
Baptistin in France
1904peak year (80 births)
1,620babies named Baptistin in France since 1900
Baptistin was most popular in France in the 1900s, with 620 births over the decade, 38% of all recorded babies named Baptistin. Half of all babies named Baptistin in France were born before 1913, so it is mostly a great-grandparents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Baptistin mean?
Like Baptiste, it comes from the Greek baptistês, "one who baptises".
What is the origin of the name Baptistin?
Greek, through Baptiste, with the diminutive suffix -in.
Is Baptistin a girl's or a boy's name?
Baptistin is a boy's name.