The nameBoniface
Boniface is a boy's name of Latin origin, borne by several popes. It was mostly given in France around 1920.
- Boy's name
- Latin
- Feast day
Meaning
Boniface comes from the Latin Bonifatius, understood as "one with a good fate".
Origin
Latin. Saint Boniface is considered the apostle of Germany.
History
The name remained rare in France and peaked around 1920.
Popularity of the name Boniface
Boniface in France
1936peak year (35 births)
1,155babies named Boniface in France since 1900
Boniface was most popular in France in the 1920s, with 220 births over the decade, 19% of all recorded babies named Boniface. Half of all babies named Boniface in France were born before 1927, so it is mostly a great-grandparents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Boniface mean?
Boniface comes from the Latin Bonifatius, understood as "one with a good fate".
What is the origin of the name Boniface?
Latin. Saint Boniface is considered the apostle of Germany.
Is Boniface a girl's or a boy's name?
Boniface is a boy's name.