Meaning & Story
Ignatius is a Latin name of uncertain origin — possibly from the Roman family name Egnatius, or associated with the Latin 'ignis' meaning 'fire.' It is the name of the founder of the Jesuits, known for intellectual rigor and spiritual discipline.
Ignatius is a magnificent, thundering name for a dog who is simply too extraordinary for anything shorter. The Jesuit connection brings centuries of intellectual tradition and disciplined brilliance. Literary fans will think of Ignatius J. Reilly from A Confederacy of Dunces — perhaps the most unforgettable fictional character of the 20th century, full of tremendous opinions and absolute certainty in his own exceptional nature. For the dog who shares these qualities.