Symphorian

sim-FOR-ee-un
Latin
"to bring together"

Symphorian Origin and Meaning

The name Symphorian is a boy's name meaning "to bring together".

This obscure 2nd-century saint’s name belonged to the first Christian martyr in Gaul. The saint also lent his name, in a roundabout way, to the village of Veryan in Cornwall.

Famous People Named Symphorian

  • Saint Symphorian of Autun
    Gaulish martyr
  • Symphorian Thomas Keeprath
    Indian bishop