Type Body of Water
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /pə.ˈsɪ.fɪk/  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

From Portuguese Pacífico meaning "peaceful", from Latin pacificus, a derivative of pax "peace". This name was coined by the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan in 1521 because he encountered relatively calm seas while sailing it.

Related Names

Rootpax
Other Languages & CulturesPacifique(French) Pacífico(Portuguese) Pacífico(Spanish)
Entry added December 1, 2024