Boniface name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 10th, 2023
Gender: Boy
Origin: Latin
Usage: English and French
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Boniface b(o)-nifa-ce
Meaning: Name of a Saint, Fortunate, Of Good Fate and One Who Looks Good
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What does Boniface mean?

Majorly used in English and French unheard-of, Boniface has origin in Latin, meaning of Boniface is "Name of a Saint, Fortunate, Of Good Fate or One Who Looks Good" is used for boys.

The name is celebrated on June 5.

How do I pronounce Boniface?

The two syllabled name Boniface is commonly pronounced as b(o)-nifa-ce. Some people pronounce it as bon(i)-face.

Variants of Boniface

Bonifaceo

Names that rhyme with Boniface

How popular is the name Boniface?

Boniface is a unique baby name in France, it has been in use since 1900 and was able to reach the top 300 names. In 1915, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 239 on boy names chart when 27 babies were named Boniface.

There are over 1109 babies that have been given the name Boniface in France. Boniface is an uncommon baby name in United States, 20 years of presence was not sufficient to save the name and it finally disappeared in 1937.

Over 148 babies in United States have been named Boniface.

Boniface is a rare baby name in England and Wales, chances of it being still in use are very slim. But Boniface is a popular baby name in DR Congo where every 1 in 2000 have the name as well as in, Nigeria, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Burundi, Rwanda, Zambia, Benin, Malawi and Zimbabwe.

As per our findings, over 330000 babies have been bestowed Boniface around the globe.

YearRankBirths
193731766
193536455
193429747
193130947
193040015
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What numerology tells about Boniface?

Having letter B as your cornerstone means having the gentlest heart ever. You have the ability to see inside people's soul and find out what they want. Introvert people like you should learn how to have more fun. You are talkative only with people who have something smart to say. You need time to heal and recover. Everyone with a soul urge number 2 fall in love with the speed of light. It's like you never get angry and anything can piss you off.

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  •  Jermain - Customary Jermains origin is Latin is dominantly used in English and English used as a unisex name, meaning of Jermain is "From Germany or Brotherly"
  •  Mariusz - The uncommon boy name Mariusz came from Latin commonly used in Polish, Norwegian and Danish languages, Mariusz means "From the God Mars or Male"
  •  Verna - Meaning of Verna is Spring Green, Warn or Army has origin in Germanic, Latin and Old French chiefly used in Danish, Norwegian and Swedish is bestowed upon both boys and girls
  •  Francisco - Commonly Accepted and Perpetual Francisco has its origin in Latin and Italian bestowed upon both boys and girls, Francisco means "Free Condition or Little Frenchwoman" is mostly used in Norwegian, Swedish and Portuguese
  •  Christiane - Used chiefly in Finnish and Norwegian unexpected, Christiane is originated from Latin and is used for both genders, Christiane means "Belonging to Christ, The Anointed One or Christian"
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Middle names for Boniface

There are many familiar and charming middle names that are commonly paired with Boniface.

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Sibling Names for Boniface

Looking for the perfect sibling names to pair with your new baby, Boniface? Look no further! We've compiled a list of names that complement the strong and unique name Boniface, so you can choose the perfect combination for your growing family. Whether you're looking for traditional or modern options, these names are sure to inspire your search.

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Famous people named Boniface

  • Boniface I, Marquess of Montferrat, ninth Marquess of Montferrat
  • Boniface Wimmer, archive
  • Boniface Toroitich Kiprop, track and field athlete from Uganda
  • Boniface III, Margrave of Tuscany, most powerful north Italian prince of his age
  • Boniface Songok, Kenyan middle distance runner
  • Boniface Merande, retired Kenyan long-distance runner,
  • Boniface Usisivu, long-distance runner from Kenya,
  • Boniface II, Marquess of Montferrat, eleventh Margrave of Montferrat
  • Boniface of Verona, powerful Lombard Crusader lord
  • Saint Boniface, leading figure
  • Boniface of Savoy, medieval Bishop of Belley in France and Archbishop of Canterbury
  • Boniface of Brussels, Belgian Roman Catholic prelate
  • Boniface Alexandre, Haitian politician
  • Boniface N'Dong, retired Senegalese professional basketball player
  • Boniface del Vasto, margrave of Savona and Western Liguria

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