Latinized form of the Greek name Μεθόδιος (Methodios), derived from Greek μέθοδος (methodos) meaning “pursuit” or “method”, ultimately from μετά (meta) meaning “with” and ὁδός (hodos) meaning “road”. Saint Methodius was a Greek missionary to the Slavs who developed the Cyrillic alphabet (with his brother Cyril) in order to translate the Bible into Slavic.
People with the name Seamus have a deep inner desire to serve humanity and to give to others by sharing money, knowledge and experience, or creative and artistic ability.
People with the name Bettine have a deep inner desire to use their abilities in leadership, and to have personal independence. They would rather focus on large, important issues, and delegate the details.
People with the name Provost have a deep inner desire to create and express themselves, often in public speaking, acting, writing or singing. They also yearn to have beauty around them in their home and work environment.