Posthumus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Posthumus Name at a Glance

Name	Posthumus
Meaning	'Cymbeline' Posthumus Leonatus, a gentleman and husband to Imogen.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Posthumus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Posthumus means “'Cymbeline' Posthumus Leonatus, a gentleman and husband to Imogen”. 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.

Posthumus Name Origin

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

Is Posthumus a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Posthumus

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