Genaro
Genaro is a Christian boy name of Latin origin, meaning “Of January; dedicated to Janus”.
| Meaning | Of January; dedicated to Janus |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | heh-NAH-roh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Mexico, Italy, Argentina, Spain |
Meaning and origin of Genaro
Genaro is the Spanish form of the Latin Januarius, 'of January', the month named after Janus, the two-faced Roman god of doorways and beginnings. The Italian form is Gennaro. Its fame comes from Saint Januarius, a bishop of Benevento martyred around 305, whose relic of dried blood in Naples Cathedral is said to liquefy several times a year.
Is Genaro a Christian name?
Genaro honours Saint Januarius, or San Gennaro, patron saint of Naples, whose feast falls on 19 September.
How popular is Genaro?
A traditional name, more often seen among older generations in Mexico and Italy.
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Spellings and variants of Genaro
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Genaro mean?
Genaro means 'Of January; dedicated to Janus'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Genaro a Christian name?
Genaro honours Saint Januarius, or San Gennaro, patron saint of Naples, whose feast falls on 19 September.
How do you pronounce Genaro?
Genaro is pronounced heh-NAH-roh.
Is Genaro a boy or girl name?
Genaro is usually a boy name.