Calvary
Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Calvary
The given name 'Calvary' refers to a place of crucifixion, derived from the Latin word 'Calvaria', which is itself derived from the Latin word 'calvaria', meaning 'skull' or 'bald head', likely due to the appearance of the site of the crucifixion.
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Etymology
The given name 'Calvary' refers to a place of crucifixion, derived from the Latin word 'Calvaria', which is itself derived from the Latin word 'calvaria', meaning 'skull' or 'bald head', likely due to the appearance of the site of the crucifixion. The name 'Calvary' is primarily associated with Christianity, particularly in the context of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and is also used in some cultures as a surname or place name.
Calvary currently ranks #7,204 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2017.
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