The namePlacide
Placide is an old French name, mostly given to boys, taken from the adjective.
- Boy's name
- Latin
Meaning
From the Latin placidus, "peaceful, calm".
Origin
Latin.
History
Given steadily in France in the early 20th century, Placide declined after the 1920s and became very rare.
Popularity of the name Placide
Placide in France
1924peak year (35 births)
1,050babies named Placide in France since 1900
Placide was most popular in France in the 1900s, with 255 births over the decade, 24% of all recorded babies named Placide. Half of all babies named Placide in France were born before 1921, so it is mostly a great-grandparents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Placide mean?
From the Latin placidus, "peaceful, calm".
What is the origin of the name Placide?
Latin.
Is Placide a girl's or a boy's name?
Placide is a boy's name.