Gregorio
Gregorio is a Christian boy name of Greek, via Latin origin, meaning “Watchful, vigilant”.
| Meaning | Watchful, vigilant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via Latin |
| Pronunciation | greh-GOH-ryoh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Italy, Mexico, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Gregorio
Gregorio comes from the Greek Gregorios, from gregorein, 'to be watchful, to keep awake'. It was a favourite name in the early Church and was taken by sixteen popes. Gregory the Great gave his name to Gregorian chant, and Gregory XIII to the calendar most of the world uses today. Short forms in Spanish include Goyo, the nickname by which the painter Goya's contemporaries knew many a Gregorio.
Is Gregorio a Christian name?
Gregorio is a strongly Christian name, honouring Pope Saint Gregory the Great and Eastern saints such as Gregory of Nazianzus and Gregory of Nyssa.
How popular is Gregorio?
A classic name in steady but modest use across Spain, Italy and Latin America.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gregorio mean?
Gregorio means 'Watchful, vigilant'. It is of Greek, via Latin origin.
Is Gregorio a Christian name?
Gregorio is a strongly Christian name, honouring Pope Saint Gregory the Great and Eastern saints such as Gregory of Nazianzus and Gregory of Nyssa.
How do you pronounce Gregorio?
Gregorio is pronounced greh-GOH-ryoh.
Is Gregorio a boy or girl name?
Gregorio is usually a boy name.