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Nigellus

Medieval Latin "blackish," a diminutive of niger, "black"; used by scribes to render the Gaelic name Niall.

Meaning and origin

Nigellus is not an ancient Roman name but a Medieval Latin form invented by scribes.

How to pronounce Nigellus

English (US)ny-JEL-us /naɪˈdʒɛləs/

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