Name:
Rasmus
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
Danish, Greek, Norwegian
Meaning:
Rasmus is a Swedish, Danish and Norwegian variant of Erasmus. The name Erasmus has ancient Greek as well as Biblical origins. It is derived from the ancient Greek word 'erasmos' which means 'dear or dearest'. Erasmus was the name of a 4th century martyr and Christian saint, as well as the name of a Dutch renaissance humanist.
Pronunciation:
RAHS-mƏs
The Five Elements:
Metal
Famous Rasmus:
Rasmus Bjerg : actor
Rasmus Faber : artist