TheNameDBPliny
MasculineMeaning
Derived from the Roman family name Plinius, possibly related to Latin 'plena' meaning full or abundant.
Etymology
The name comes from the Latin family name Plinius, which may be connected to the Latin word 'plenus' (full). The exact origin of the Plinius family name is uncertain but may relate to abundance or fullness.
About the Name Pliny
Pliny is an English form of the Latin name Plinius, borne by two famous Roman authors and naturalists in the 1st century AD. The name carries historical weight due to its association with classical Roman scholarship and natural history.