Coriolanus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Coriolanus Name at a Glance

Name	Coriolanus
Meaning	'The Tragedy of Coriolanus.' Caius Marcius Coriolanus.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Coriolanus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Coriolanus means “'The Tragedy of Coriolanus.' Caius Marcius Coriolanus”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Coriolanus Name Origin

Our database records Coriolanus under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Coriolanus a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Coriolanus is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Coriolanus

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