Prospero
Prospero is a Christian boy name of Latin origin, meaning “Prosperous, fortunate”.
| Meaning | Prosperous, fortunate |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | PROS-peh-roh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Spain, Italy, Mexico, Colombia |
Meaning and origin of Prospero
Próspero comes from the Latin Prosperus, 'favourable, prosperous, successful'. Saint Prosper of Aquitaine was a fifth-century writer and follower of Augustine. English readers know the name best from Shakespeare's The Tempest, where Prospero is the exiled Duke of Milan and a magician. In Spanish it is written with an accent on the first syllable. The name has always been fairly rare in Spanish-speaking countries.
Is Prospero a Christian name?
Próspero is a hopeful Latin name honoured in Christian tradition through Saint Prosper of Aquitaine.
How popular is Prospero?
A rare name today, more literary than common.
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Spellings and variants of Prospero
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Prospero mean?
Prospero means 'Prosperous, fortunate'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Prospero a Christian name?
Próspero is a hopeful Latin name honoured in Christian tradition through Saint Prosper of Aquitaine.
How do you pronounce Prospero?
Prospero is pronounced PROS-peh-roh.
Is Prospero a boy or girl name?
Prospero is usually a boy name.