Festus

Festus is a Biblical Latin name culled from the word 'festivus', meaning 'festive, lively, or joyous'. Festus was originally a Roman name with Irish, German, and English antecedents. In the Bible, Festus was the name of a procurator of Judea in 58 AD, Porcius Festus, who succeeded Marcus Antonius Felix. The meaning of Festus in the Bible was 'steadfast,' but as time evolved, its meaning shifted to 'public holidays'. In the English Language, the name Festus is present as Festes, Fachtna, and Fechin. Babies in Spain were also named Festus, but in the Spanish form Fasta, meaning 'one who makes an offering or sacrifice'. Different variations of the Festus name have appeared from other origins with diverse meanings - Faustus meaning 'a lucky man', Fatik meaning 'crystal', and Fujitaka meaning 'tall wisteria.' In Greek mythology, Festus was a name gotten from the name of the Greek god of fire, volcanoes, metalwork, stonemasonry, and sculptures, Hephaestus. People with the name Festus are believed to have sterling leadership qualities and act in a way that they receive compliments. They are also considered to be independent, physically strong, willful, and hardly afraid to explore new opportunities and adventures. One of the most famous people named Festus is the Botswana politician and economist Festus Gontebanye Mogae. He was born on August 21, 1939, served as the third President of Botswana, and served two turns for ten years.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

joyous, festive

Origin

Latin

Numerology

F is for fulfill, satisfy your needs.

E is for exquisite, who could argue?

S is for serious, not always joking.

T is for treasure, of your friendship.

U is for uncanny, the way you know what to do.

S is for sensational, you know how to make a splash!

Lucky

Festus lucky number is 9.

The mission for 9 is to reach its highest state of consciousness, and to help others also achieve this spiritual awareness. 9 is not afraid to transform, and its malleable spirit inspires others to explore their own ranges of motion. Since 9, in many ways, has transcended the physical plane, it must constantly remember to anchor itself.

Famous People Named Festus

• May Mcavoy American silent film actress
• Louisa May Alcott American novelist
• Festus Gontebanye Mogae 3rd President of Botswana
• Festus Baise Nigerian,born Hong Kong footballer
• (Ifeanyi) Festus Ezeli Nigerian basketball player