Decameron: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: d-ehc-ahm-ehr-ohn
Origin: Greece
gender-male

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Updated on Jul 04, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Ten days

Decameron is a unique and literary name derived from the Italian language. It originates from the Greek words 'deka'(ten) and 'hemera'(day), literally meaning 'ten days. 'This refers to the ten days during which the storytellers in Boccaccio's 'The Decameron 'recount their tales. The name carries a certain charm and intellectual appeal, evoking images of vibrant storytelling, rich cultural heritage, and the power of words. While not commonly used as a given name, Decameron symbolizes wit, and social commentary, making it a name that resonates deeply with literature and culture.

Decameron Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Decameron is currently #44894 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Decameron is currently #19040 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Decameron is currently #17483 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Decameron is currently #7309 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Decameron is currently #22439 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Decameron is currently #9389 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Decameron is currently #17493 on Kiindred Australian Names

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