Erasmus

Erasmus Meaning & Origin

About Erasmus
The name "Erasmus" is of Greek origin and means "beloved" or "desired." It is derived from the Greek word "erasmos," which translates to "loved" or "lovable." The name has historical significance as it was borne by the renowned Dutch humanist and theologian Desiderius Erasmus, who played a significant role in the intellectual and cultural development of Europe during the Renaissance.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Erasmus are male.

Erasmus Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has remained the same by 0% over the past year.

Pronunciation

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E602502
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
IH0 R AE1 Z M AH0 S
🌐 IPA
/ɪˈræzməs/
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🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
E625

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Erasmus in Braille

Here's how to represent Erasmus in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Erasmus in braille

How to Spell the Name Erasmus in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Erasmus using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Erasmus in sign language

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