TheNameDBColumbus
MasculineMeaning
A name meaning 'dove' or derived from the Latin 'columba,' often associated with Christopher Columbus.
Etymology
Columbus comes from the Latin 'columba,' meaning 'dove,' a symbol of peace and the Holy Spirit in Christian tradition. The name gained prominence through Christopher Columbus, the Italian explorer, whose Latinized name became famous worldwide.
About the Name Columbus
Columbus is primarily known as the Latinized name of the famous explorer, though it derives from the Latin word for 'dove.' As a given name, it remains relatively uncommon outside of historical or commemorative contexts.