Perugian
/pəˈruːdʒən/noun
Relating to Perugia, a city in central Italy, or its inhabitants.
Did you know?Perugia’s ancient name, Perusia, is probably Etruscan, but its original meaning has never been securely deciphered.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient period
Etruscan
Perusia
“Ancient name associated with the city; the Etruscan meaning is uncertain.”
1st Century BCE
Latin
Perusia
“Roman form of the city’s name.”
Medieval Latin
Latin
Perusia / Perusium
“Names used for the Italian city in medieval documents.”
Middle Ages
Italian
Perugia
“Developed Italian form of the city name.”
Modern English
English
Perugian
“Relating to Perugia or its people; formed from Perugia with the suffix -ian.”