Republic
Republic is a name derived from the Latin word 'res publica', meaning 'public matter' or 'that which is public'. Traditionally, it represents a form of government in which the country is considered a 'public matter', and officials are accountable to the public. While not commonly used as a personal name, it carries significant historical and political connotations, reflecting values of citizenship, community, and civic responsibility.
The name is associated more with concepts of governance and social structure, rather than individual identity. Despite its unorthodox usage as a given name, it can symbolize leadership, allegiance, and collective well-being.
Basic Information
Gender: Unisex
Sounds Like: ree-PUB-lik
Pronunciation Explanation: The emphasis is on the second syllable, pronounced like 'PUB', and the final syllable is a quick 'lik'.
Summary and Meaning
Meaning: public matter (Latin)
Origin: Latin origin, with roots in political terminology.
Usage: Republic is a unisex name, though very unconventional as a personal name.
Name Number (Chaldean)
Name Number (Pythagorean)
Popularity (Global Rank)
Overall: 115882
Boys: 72681
Girls:
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Religious and Cultural Significance
Religion: None
Background: The name does not have religious significance; it is primarily sociopolitical.
Cultural Significance: Culturally, Republic may resonate with those who value governance, community roles, and civic understanding.
Historical Significance: Historically, 'republic' has been crucial in political discourse, symbolizing democratic ideals, and has been referenced in various significant historical movements demanding representation and rights.
Popular Culture
Literature and Mythology: The concept of a republic is woven throughout various literary works, especially in discussions about governance in classical texts.
Movies and Television: In popular culture, themes related to republics can be found in various films and series that address political struggles, such as 'The Hunger Games', which critiques societal structures.
Feelings and Perceptions
Perception: The name Republic may be met with intrigue and respect for its political implications but can also lead to confusion regarding its appropriateness as a personal name.
Positive Feelings: Unique, strong, thought-provoking, governance-oriented.
Negative Feelings: Could feel overly formal or abstract as a personal name.
Practical Considerations
Ease of Writing and Calling: The name Republic is easy to write and pronounce, though its uncommon nature might cause some hesitation in everyday use.
Common Typos and Misspellings: Republick,Republik,Republc,Repubic
Common Nicknames: Repub,R.J.,P.L.
Republic Popularity
Republic Usage and Popularity By Country
| Country | Rank (Overall) |
|---|---|
| Eritrea | 535 |
| Slovenia | 5241 |
| Serbia | 5467 |
| Egypt | 20205 |
| Uganda | 20326 |
| Niger | 20692 |
| Ghana | 20757 |
| Pakistan | 24389 |
| Sweden | 31840 |
| South Africa | 34465 |
Republic Usage and Popularity By City
| City | Rank (Overall) |
|---|---|
| Houston | 17969 |
| New Delhi | 13902 |
| New York | 52406 |
| Kimberley | 1739 |
| Johannesburg | 36487 |
| Mountain View | 4592 |
| Los Angeles | 32564 |
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Famous Persons Named Republic
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Related Names
Similar Sounding Names:
Republica,Rep,Reb,Republi
