Pontius Meaning in English

word

US

ˈpɑnˌtiɪs

PAHN-tee-iss

UK

ˈpɒn(t)ʃɪəs

PON-chih-uhs

Definition

Pontius is a historical male first name, most commonly known from Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor in the Bible.

Usage & Nuances

Almost always used as part of 'Pontius Pilate.' Rare as a modern given name. Historically and culturally significant in Christian contexts.

• Spanish: Poncio (nombre propio)
• Portuguese (BR): Pôncio (nome próprio)
• Portuguese (PT): Pôncio (nome próprio)
• Chinese (Simplified): 本丢（人名）
• Chinese (Traditional): 本丟（人名）
• Hindi: पोंटियुस (व्यक्तिगत नाम)
• Arabic: بونطيوس (اسم شخصي)
• Bengali: পন্টিয়াস
• Russian: Понтий
• Japanese: ポンティウス
• Vietnamese: Pontius
• Korean: 폰티우스
• Turkish: Pontius
• Urdu: پونتیئس
• Indonesian: Pontius

Example Sentences

Pontius was a Roman governor in ancient Judea.

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Many people know about Pontius because of the Bible.

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The story of Pontius is important in Christianity.

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People often discuss what decisions Pontius really made in his role.

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Some movies show Pontius as a conflicted figure.

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When people wash their hands of something, they refer to what Pontius did.

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