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Name Origin

Pacôme is a French masculine given name of Greek origin. It derives from the Late Latin name 'Pachomius', which itself originates from the Greek name 'Παχόμιος' ( Pachomios). The meaning of Pacôme is often associated with 'thick' or 'stout'. Saint Pachomius was an Egyptian monk who founded a monastic community in the 4th century AD. He is considered the father of cenobitic monasticism, where monks live together in a community.

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Famous People

Saint Pacôme (320-348)

Christian monk and saint

  • Founded a monastic community in Egypt
  • Known for his ascetic lifestyle and teachings on humility and obedience

Pacôme Thiellement (1948-)

French politician

  • Served as Mayor of Dijon from 1995 to 2014
  • Member of the Socialist Party

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