Onisim
Greek · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Onisim
Onisim is a Russian masculine given name derived from the Greek name Onesimos (Ὀνήσιμος), meaning "useful" or "profitable" from the Greek root "onesis" (benefit).
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Etymology
Onisim is a Russian masculine given name derived from the Greek name Onesimos (Ὀνήσιμος), meaning "useful" or "profitable" from the Greek root "onesis" (benefit). The name is primarily used in Russian Orthodox Christian cultures and has historical significance as the name of an early Christian martyr and saint venerated in the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Onisim currently ranks #4,271 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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