Guadalupe
Guadalupe is a Christian girl name of Arabic and Latin, via Spanish origin, meaning “From Our Lady of Guadalupe”.
| Meaning | From Our Lady of Guadalupe |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic and Latin, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | gwah-dah-LOO-peh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Mexico, Spain, Argentina |
Meaning and origin of Guadalupe
Guadalupe is the name of a river and town in Extremadura, Spain, whose shrine to the Virgin was important in the Middle Ages. The first element is Arabic wadi, 'river valley', while the second is debated; explanations include 'river of the wolf', 'river of light' and 'hidden river'. The name crossed to Mexico, where in 1531 the Virgin is said to have appeared to Saint Juan Diego at Tepeyac. It is often shortened to Lupe or Lupita.
Is Guadalupe a Christian name?
Our Lady of Guadalupe is the patroness of Mexico and of the Americas, and her feast on 12 December is one of Mexico's biggest celebrations. The name is deeply Catholic and is occasionally given to boys too.
How popular is Guadalupe?
A traditional name throughout Mexico and Latin America, especially for girls born near 12 December.
Gifts with the name Guadalupe
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Guadalupe mean?
Guadalupe means 'From Our Lady of Guadalupe'. It is of Arabic and Latin, via Spanish origin.
Is Guadalupe a Christian name?
Our Lady of Guadalupe is the patroness of Mexico and of the Americas, and her feast on 12 December is one of Mexico's biggest celebrations. The name is deeply Catholic and is occasionally given to boys too.
How do you pronounce Guadalupe?
Guadalupe is pronounced gwah-dah-LOO-peh.
Is Guadalupe a boy or girl name?
Guadalupe is usually a girl name.