Consuelo
Consuelo is a Christian girl name of Spanish origin, meaning “Consolation, comfort”.
| Meaning | Consolation, comfort |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Spanish |
| Pronunciation | kohn-SWEH-loh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Chile, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Consuelo
Consuelo is the Spanish word for 'consolation', from Latin consolari, 'to comfort'. It began as a short form of María del Consuelo, honouring the Virgin Mary as Our Lady of Consolation, a devotion promoted especially by the Augustinian order. Like other Marian title names such as Dolores and Rosario, it is grammatically masculine yet given to girls. Consuelo Vanderbilt, the American heiress who became Duchess of Marlborough, made it known in the English-speaking world.
Is Consuelo a Christian name?
Consuelo is a Marian name drawn from Nuestra Señora del Consuelo. It is traditional in Catholic families and linked to feasts of Our Lady of Consolation.
How popular is Consuelo?
Traditional and more common among older generations in Spain and Latin America.
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Spellings and variants of Consuelo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Consuelo mean?
Consuelo means 'Consolation, comfort'. It is of Spanish origin.
Is Consuelo a Christian name?
Consuelo is a Marian name drawn from Nuestra Señora del Consuelo. It is traditional in Catholic families and linked to feasts of Our Lady of Consolation.
How do you pronounce Consuelo?
Consuelo is pronounced kohn-SWEH-loh.
Is Consuelo a boy or girl name?
Consuelo is usually a girl name.