What Does the Name Sixtus Mean
The name Sixtus comes from Late Roman roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Sixtus below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Sixtus Name Meaning
Late RomanLatin form of the Greek name Ξυστος (Xystos) meaning "scraped, polished". This name was borne by five popes. The first pope by this name was the sixth to serve after Saint Peter, so there is a possibility...
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