Gaius
Roman praenomen (given name)
Gaius
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Gaius is a common Latin praenomen (given name) used during the Roman Republic and Roman Empire. The name is traditionally abbreviated as C. The feminine form of Gaius is Gaia.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The name Gaius is believed to derive from the Latin verb gaudere, meaning "to rejoice." It was a popular name among the Romans and was borne by several notable historical figures.
Notable Individuals Named Gaius[edit | edit source]
- Gaius Julius Caesar – A prominent Roman general and statesman who played a critical role in the events that led to the demise of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire.
- Gaius Marius – A Roman general and statesman who held the office of consul an unprecedented seven times during his career.
- Gaius Octavius – The birth name of Augustus, the first Roman emperor.
- Gaius Cassius Longinus – A Roman senator and a leading instigator of the plot to assassinate Julius Caesar.
Usage[edit | edit source]
The name Gaius was commonly used in Roman naming conventions, where it was typically the first name (praenomen) followed by the family name (nomen) and the clan name (cognomen). For example, in the name Gaius Julius Caesar, "Gaius" is the praenomen, "Julius" is the nomen, and "Caesar" is the cognomen.
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- Gaius Julius Caesar
- Gaius Marius
- Gaius Octavius
- Gaius Cassius Longinus
- Roman Republic
- Roman Empire
- Latin language
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