Remedios
Remedios is a Christian girl name of Latin, via Spanish origin, meaning “Remedies; help”.
| Meaning | Remedies; help |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | reh-MEH-dyohs |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Remedios
Remedios is the Spanish word for 'remedies', from Latin remedium. It honours Nuestra Señora de los Remedios, Our Lady of Remedies, a devotion promoted by the Trinitarian order and carried to Mexico by the conquistadors. It is often shortened to Reme or Mela. Readers of Gabriel García Márquez know it from Remedios the Beauty in One Hundred Years of Solitude, and painter Remedios Varo is a notable bearer.
Is Remedios a Christian name?
Remedios is a Marian title name, honouring Mary as a source of help. It is traditional in Spain, Mexico and the Philippines.
How popular is Remedios?
Mostly found among older women; rarely given to babies today.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Remedios mean?
Remedios means 'Remedies; help'. It is of Latin, via Spanish origin.
Is Remedios a Christian name?
Remedios is a Marian title name, honouring Mary as a source of help. It is traditional in Spain, Mexico and the Philippines.
How do you pronounce Remedios?
Remedios is pronounced reh-MEH-dyohs.
Is Remedios a boy or girl name?
Remedios is usually a girl name.