Boniface
Meaning of Boniface
Boniface is a male name with origins in Latin. It is derived from the Latin word "bonifatius," which means "good fate" or "fortunate." The name has a rich history and is associated with several notable figures, including Saint Boniface, an eighth-century English missionary who played a significant role in the conversion of the Germanic tribes to Christianity.
The pronunciation of Boniface varies depending on the language. In English, it is pronounced as BAHN-uh-fis (/ˈbɑnəfɪs/). In German, it is pronounced as BOH-ni-fah-tseh (/ˈboːniˌfaʦə/), while in French, it is pronounced as boh-ni-FAS (/bɔniˈfas/).
In terms of popularity, Boniface is not very common in recent years in the United States. According to data for newborns in the United States, it ranked 12126th in 2019, with only five occurrences. However, historical data shows that Boniface had more popularity earlier in the 20th century.
Variations of the name include Bonifacio. These variations may be preferred by individuals with different cultural backgrounds or those looking for a unique twist on the name.
Overall, Boniface is a strong and distinctive name with historical significance and connections to faith and fortune.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as BAHN-uh-fis (/ˈbɑnəfɪs/)
German
- Pronunced as BOH-ni-fah-tseh (/ˈboːniˌfaʦə/)
French
- Pronunced as boh-ni-FAS (/bɔniˈfas/)
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Notable People Named Boniface
| Boniface of Savoy was a medieval Bishop of Belley in Savoy and Archbishop of Canterbury in England, known for his clashes with his bishops, nephew-by-marriage, and the papacy, as well as his eventual beatification in 1839. |
| Archabbot Boniface Wimmer was a German monk who founded the first Benedictine monastery in the United States, Saint Vincent Archabbey in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. |
| Boniface of Verona was a Lombard Crusader lord in Frankish Greece during the late 13th and early 14th century, known for his military exploits and political influence in the region. |
| Boniface Mwangi is a Kenyan photojournalist, politician, and activist known for his powerful images of the post-election violence in Kenya. |
| Saint Boniface of Tarsus was executed in 307 for being a Christian and is known for bringing relics of the martyrs to his mistress Aglaida. |
| Bishop Boniface Enos Adoyo is a retired Kenyan bishop and former leader of the Evangelical Alliance of Kenya. |
| Boniface Toroitich Kiprop is a Ugandan track and field athlete. |
| Boniface Alexandre was a Haitian politician who served as the provisional president of Haiti from 2004 to 2006. |
| Boniface Bebi was a Mamili, or tribal king, of the Mafwe in Namibia from 1987 to 1999, known for his involvement in the Caprivi conflict and seeking political asylum in Botswana and Denmark. |
| Boniface Ngairah Ambani is a retired Kenyan professional footballer who played for Young Africans and the Kenya national football team. |
| Boniface Tshosa Setlalekgosi was the Roman Catholic bishop of the Diocese of Gaborone, Botswana, from 1981 until 2009, and the second Roman Catholic bishop in Botswana's history. |
| Boniface Kiprotich Songok is a Kenyan middle-distance runner known for his expertise in the 3000 and 5000 meters. |
| Boniface Hie Toh is an Ivorian boxer who competed in the men's welterweight event at the 1964 Summer Olympics, where he faced Hans-Erik Pedersen of Denmark. |
| Boniface Ontuga Mweresa is a Kenyan sprinter known for his expertise in the 400 meters and his participation in the 2012 Summer Olympics. |
| Boniface Guobadia - Boniface Aggrey Agbonfo Guobadia was a Nigerian athlete who competed in the men's high jump at the 1952 Summer Olympics. |
