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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Good fate
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- BAHN-ih-fiss
Boniface is a Latin name meaning "good fate," pronounced BAHN-ih-fiss. It's a name with a clear, hopeful meaning at its core, and a distinctive sound that's easy to say once you've heard it.
Meaning & Origin of Boniface
Meaning: Good fate.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Boniface
BAHN-ih-fissIPA /ˈbɑːnɪfɪs/
Popularity of Boniface
Boniface peaked at #2121 in 1914, when 10 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #12550, with just 5 babies, so a child named Boniface today would be unlikely to share the name with anyone in their class.
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FAQ
What does the name Boniface mean?
Good fate. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Boniface?
Boniface is pronounced BAHN-ih-fiss (IPA: /ˈbɑːnɪfɪs/).
Is Boniface a popular name right now?
Boniface peaked at #2121 in 1914 and is ranked #12550 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1912–2024.)
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