Casimir - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Casimir \c(a)-si-mir\ is pronounced KAH-zee-meer. It is of Slavic origin, and its meaning is "famous destroyer (of peace)". Associated with Poland for her famous 11th-century king, who brought peace to the nation. Also a saint's name (15th century).

Casimir has 9 variant forms: Casimeer, Casmire, Casimiro, Casmir, Caz, Kasimir, Kasimiro, Kazimierz and Kazimir.

For more information, see also the related name Casey.

A baby name that sounds like Casimir is Kazmer.

Casimir is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Casimir. Click here to compare Casimir with related baby names.