Arcadio
Arcadio is a Christian boy name of Greek, via Spanish origin, meaning “From Arcadia”.
| Meaning | From Arcadia |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | ahr-KAH-dyoh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Mexico, Spain, Colombia |
Meaning and origin of Arcadio
Arcadio is the Spanish form of the Greek Arkadios, meaning 'from Arcadia', a mountainous region of the Peloponnese that ancient poets idealised as a land of pastoral harmony. Arcadius was the name of an Eastern Roman emperor and of several early Christian saints and martyrs. In Latin America the name has been used for generations; García Márquez gave it to members of the Buendía family in 'One Hundred Years of Solitude'.
Is Arcadio a Christian name?
Several early saints called Arcadius are honoured, including a North African martyr, though the name is not biblical.
How popular is Arcadio?
Rare today, found mainly among older generations.
Gifts with the name Arcadio
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Arcadio
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arcadio mean?
Arcadio means 'From Arcadia'. It is of Greek, via Spanish origin.
Is Arcadio a Christian name?
Several early saints called Arcadius are honoured, including a North African martyr, though the name is not biblical.
How do you pronounce Arcadio?
Arcadio is pronounced ahr-KAH-dyoh.
Is Arcadio a boy or girl name?
Arcadio is usually a boy name.