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BoyPronounced English /ˈɪn.ə.sənt/

Innocent

A name of Late Latin origin meaning "innocent".

Quick answer

Innocent is a boy name with Late Latin roots meaning "innocent".

Pronunciation: English /ˈɪn.ə.sənt/.

GenderBoy
OriginLate Latin
Meaninginnocent
PronunciationEnglish /ˈɪn.ə.sənt/

Meaning and history

This name comes from the Late Latin name Innocentius, which was derived from innocens "innocent". This was the name of several early saints. It was also borne by 13 popes including Innocent III, a politically powerful ruler and organizer of the Fourth Crusade. As an English-language name in the modern era, it is most common in Africa.

Notes and context

Usage: history, english