Ventus

Meaning of Ventus

Ventus, a masculine appellation drawn directly from classical Latin, signifies “wind” and in its original context denoted the vital breezes that animated Roman cosmology; by extension, the name conveys an association with elemental dynamism and subtle influence. In Anglo-American usage, Ventus has emerged as an unconventional yet deliberately evocative choice, one that resonates with parents seeking a name rooted in ancient linguistic heritage without extensive precedent in modern English-speaking contexts. Analysis of data from the United States Social Security Administration reveals that Ventus first registered among newborns in the mid-2010s and has since exhibited modest fluctuation in both frequency and rank: a low of six occurrences (rank 924) in 2016 ascended to eleven (rank 911) in 2019 before settling at seven instances (rank 917) in 2024. This pattern of rare but persistent use suggests a stable niche appeal, reflecting a broader contemporary inclination toward names that evoke natural phenomena through a lens of classical erudition.

Pronunciation

Latin

• Pronunced as VEN-tuhs (/ˈvɛntʊs/)

• Zephyr
• Venton