Casimir
Meaning of Casimir
Casimir is a male name with origins in both English and Polish. In English, it is pronounced as KAH-zuh-meer (/kɑˈzimər/), while in Polish, it is pronounced as KAH-si-mir (/kaˈɕi.mir/). The name Casimir has variations such as Kazimir.
The name Casimir has been given to newborns in the United States of America for many years. Although it is not extremely popular, it has maintained a steady presence on the charts. In recent years, the name Casimir has been given to an average of around 30-40 boys annually. It reached its peak popularity in the early 1920s when it ranked within the top 500 names for boys.
Casimir has historical associations with several notable figures throughout history. Saint Casimir, a patron saint of Poland and Lithuania, was known for his piety and dedication to prayer. He was admired for his humility and kindness towards others. Another famous figure associated with the name Casimir is King Casimir III of Poland, who ruled during the 14th century. He was regarded as one of Poland's greatest kings and implemented numerous reforms that strengthened the country.
Overall, Casimir is a unique and distinguished name with a rich history and cultural significance. Its international variations make it appealing to those seeking a multicultural or distinctive choice for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Polish
- Pronunced as KAH-si-mir (/kaˈɕi.mir/)
English
- Pronunced as KAH-zuh-meer (/kɑˈzimər/)
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Notable People Named Casimir
| Casimir Pulaski - Kazimierz Michał Władysław Wiktor Pułaski, also known as "The Father of American cavalry" or "The Soldier of Liberty," was a Polish nobleman, soldier, and military commander. |
| Casimir III the Great, King of Poland from 1333 to 1370, was the last ruler from the Piast dynasty and also held the title of King of Ruthenia. |
| Casimir Oyé-Mba - Casimir Marie Ange Oyé-Mba was a prominent Gabonese politician who held various high-ranking positions in the government. |
| Casimir I of Kuyavia, a Polish prince from the House of Piast, held various titles including Duke of Kujawy, ruler over Ląd, Wyszogród, Sieradz, Łęczyca, and Dobrzyń during the 13th century. |
| Kazimierz Funk, also known as Casimir Funk, was a Polish-American biochemist who is credited with formulating the concept of vitamins. |
| Casimir Anthony Sienkiewicz was a prominent American economist and banker who emigrated from Congress Poland in 1906. |
| Casimir Zeglen, CR was a Polish Catholic priest known for inventing a silk bulletproof vest in the late 19th century and was a member of the Resurrectionists. |
| Casimir von Blumenthal was an Austrian violinist, composer, and conductor known for his work in Switzerland. |
