Amparo
Amparo is a Christian girl name of Spanish origin, meaning “Protection, shelter”.
| Meaning | Protection, shelter |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Spanish |
| Pronunciation | ahm-PAH-roh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Amparo
Amparo is a Spanish word meaning 'protection, refuge, shelter', and as a name it is a short form of María del Amparo, 'Mary of Protection'. The devotion is closely tied to Valencia, whose patroness is the Virgen de los Desamparados, Our Lady of the Forsaken. Amparito and Paro are familiar diminutives. In Mexican and Spanish law, amparo is also the name of a legal protection of rights.
Is Amparo a Christian name?
Amparo is a Marian name, honouring the Virgin Mary as protector of the helpless, especially in the Valencian devotion to Our Lady of the Forsaken.
How popular is Amparo?
A traditional name, more common among older women in Spain and Mexico.
Gifts with the name Amparo
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Spellings and variants of Amparo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amparo mean?
Amparo means 'Protection, shelter'. It is of Spanish origin.
Is Amparo a Christian name?
Amparo is a Marian name, honouring the Virgin Mary as protector of the helpless, especially in the Valencian devotion to Our Lady of the Forsaken.
How do you pronounce Amparo?
Amparo is pronounced ahm-PAH-roh.
Is Amparo a boy or girl name?
Amparo is usually a girl name.