Holofernes Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Holofernes Name at a Glance

Name	Holofernes
Meaning	'Love's Labours Lost' A schoolmaster.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Holofernes Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Holofernes means “'Love's Labours Lost' A schoolmaster”. 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.

Holofernes Name Origin

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

Is Holofernes a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Holofernes

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