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Publius Name Meaning

Ancient RomanRoman praenomen, or given name, meaning "public" in Latin. This was among the more common of the Roman praenomina, being borne by (among others) the emperor Hadrian and the poet Virgil.

Origin: Ancient RomanGender: Boy
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