Facundo
Facundo is a Christian boy name of Latin origin, meaning “Eloquent”.
| Meaning | Eloquent |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | fah-KOON-doh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Argentina, Uruguay, Spain, Chile |
Meaning and origin of Facundo
Facundo comes from the Latin facundus, 'eloquent, fluent in speech'. Saint Facundus was a Roman-era martyr in Spain, and the town of Sahagún takes its name from him, a worn-down form of Sanctus Facundus. In Argentina the name is tied to the nineteenth-century caudillo Facundo Quiroga and to Sarmiento's famous book about him, simply titled Facundo. Facu is the usual nickname.
Is Facundo a Christian name?
Facundo honours the martyrs Saints Facundus and Primitivus, venerated in León in northern Spain.
How popular is Facundo?
A popular name in Argentina and Uruguay, much less common elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Facundo mean?
Facundo means 'Eloquent'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Facundo a Christian name?
Facundo honours the martyrs Saints Facundus and Primitivus, venerated in León in northern Spain.
How do you pronounce Facundo?
Facundo is pronounced fah-KOON-doh.
Is Facundo a boy or girl name?
Facundo is usually a boy name.