Murilo
Murilo is a Christian boy name of Portuguese (possibly from Latin murus) origin, meaning “Little wall”.
| Meaning | Little wall |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Portuguese (possibly from Latin murus) |
| Pronunciation | moo-REE-loh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Brazil |
Meaning and origin of Murilo
Murilo is a Brazilian name usually explained as a diminutive of the Portuguese muro, 'wall', from Latin murus, giving the sense 'little wall'. That explanation is traditional rather than certain, and some link the name to the Spanish surname Murillo, borne by the painter Bartolomé Esteban Murillo. In Brazil it is a familiar given name, carried for example by the actor Murilo Benício.
Is Murilo a Christian name?
Murilo has no particular religious background; it is a Portuguese-language name used mostly in Catholic Brazil but not tied to a saint or scripture.
How popular is Murilo?
A recognised boy's name in Brazil; rare outside the Portuguese-speaking world.
Gifts with the name Murilo
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Spellings and variants of Murilo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Murilo mean?
Murilo means 'Little wall'. It is of Portuguese (possibly from Latin murus) origin.
Is Murilo a Christian name?
Murilo has no particular religious background; it is a Portuguese-language name used mostly in Catholic Brazil but not tied to a saint or scripture.
How do you pronounce Murilo?
Murilo is pronounced moo-REE-loh.
Is Murilo a boy or girl name?
Murilo is usually a boy name.