Lázaro
Lázaro is a Christian boy name of Hebrew, via Greek and Latin origin, meaning “God has helped”.
| Meaning | God has helped |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Greek and Latin |
| Pronunciation | LAH-sah-roh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Cuba, Mexico, Spain, Portugal |
Meaning and origin of Lázaro
Lázaro is the Spanish form of Lazarus, a Greek rendering of the Hebrew Eleazar, 'God has helped'. In the Gospel of John, Lazarus of Bethany is the brother of Martha and Mary whom Jesus raises from the dead, and in Luke a poor beggar named Lazarus appears in a parable. The Spanish novel Lazarillo de Tormes uses a diminutive of the name for its young hero.
Is Lázaro a Christian name?
Lázaro is a New Testament name: Lazarus is raised from the dead in John 11. San Lázaro is also a popular devotion in Cuba, where his feast on 17 December draws large pilgrimages.
How popular is Lázaro?
An uncommon traditional name, best known in Cuba and Mexico.
Gifts with the name Lázaro
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lázaro mean?
Lázaro means 'God has helped'. It is of Hebrew, via Greek and Latin origin.
Is Lázaro a Christian name?
Lázaro is a New Testament name: Lazarus is raised from the dead in John 11. San Lázaro is also a popular devotion in Cuba, where his feast on 17 December draws large pilgrimages.
How do you pronounce Lázaro?
Lázaro is pronounced LAH-sah-roh.
Is Lázaro a boy or girl name?
Lázaro is usually a boy name.