Origin and Meaning of Cesidio
Meaning & Origin
An unheeded or neglected individual; derived from the Latin 'caedere' meaning 'to cut' or 'to kill'.
Origin: Latin - Cesidio is a variant of the name Caesar, which has roots in the Roman family name 'Caesar'. This name is often interpreted as 'hairy', perhaps from its association with a person born with a full head of hair.
Interesting Facts
- Cesidio is particularly associated with the Italian culture, although it is not widely used today.
- In Italian tradition, Cesidio is often used to honor saints, particularly Saint Cesidio, who is celebrated in some regions of Italy.
- Notable bearers include Cesidio Quattrocchi, a notable Italian artist, and Cesidio B. Roberts, an influential 20th-century mosaic artist.
- The name's popularity has declined significantly in modern times, making it quite rare today, with very few births recorded in the last several decades.
- Variations of the name include Cesare (Italian), and Cesi (shortened and informal versions).