Firmin
| Language(s) | French |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Firminus |
| Derivation | firmus |
| Meaning | firm, steadfast |
| Region of origin | France |
| Other names | |
| Cognate(s) | Firmino, Fermin |
Firmin is a French surname and masculine given name, from the Late Latin Firminus, a derivative of firmus meaning "firm" or "steadfast". The instruction of St Paul to "be steadfast in the faith" gave the name great popularity among early Christians.