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  1. Petronius Maximus was born about 397. [1] Although he was of obscure origin, it is believed that he belonged to the Anicius and Petronius families. [2] Related to the later Emperor Olybrius, Maximus was the son of Anicius Probinus, [3] and the grandson of Anicia Faltonia Proba and Sextus Claudius Petronius Probus, [4] who was prefect of Illyricum in 364, prefect of Gaul in 366, prefect of ...

  2. Name: Flavius Petronius Maximus Type: emperor Years: 455

  3. Petronius Maximus (born 396—died May 31, 455, Rome [Italy]) was the Western Roman emperor from March 17 to May 31, 455. He was not recognized as emperor by the Eastern empire. Maximus was prefect of Rome in 420 and twice served as consul. In 454 he and the eunuch Heraclius engineered the assassination of the powerful patrician Aetius.

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  4. Nov 16, 2019 · Meaning & History. Roman family name that was possibly derived from Latin petro, petronis meaning "yokel".

  5. Petronius is generally perceived positively, associated with intellect, wit, and a touch of mystery. It is a unique and distinctive name, offering a touch of classical elegance. While the name is not commonly used today, it retains its historical charm and appeal for those seeking a distinctive and meaningful name.

  6. Jul 26, 2021 · Flavius Petronius Maximus(AD ca. 396 – AD 455) Petronius Maximus was born in about AD 396, his birthplace being unknown. Being of obscure origin, Petronius Maximus achieved remarkable career early on in his life. He served as tribune and in AD 415 as notarius and already by AD 416 he had become finance minister, a post he held until about AD 419.

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  8. Name: Flavius Petronius Maximus. Born in AD ca. 396. Became emperor March AD 455. Died at Rome, 31 May AD 455. Petronius Maximus was born in about AD 396, his birthplace being unknown. Being of obscure origin, Petronius Maximus achieved remarkable career early on in his life. He served as tribune and in AD 415 as notarius and already by AD 416 ...

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