What Does the Name Phocas Mean
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Phocas Name Meaning
Ancient Greek (Latinized)Latinized form of the Greek name Φωκας (Phokas), which meant "a seal" from Greek φωκη (phoke). This was the name of an early saint and martyr from Asia Minor. Sentenced to death for being a...
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