Americo
Meaning of Americo
Americo is a male name with Italian origin. It is pronounced as ah-MEER-koh (/aˈmiːrkoʊ/). A variation of the name is Amerigo. Americo has been given to newborn boys in the United States since at least the early 1900s, according to data from the Social Security Administration. The popularity of Americo has varied over the years, with its highest ranking in recent years being 5738 in 2010. The name is associated with qualities such as strength and patriotism, making it a meaningful choice for parents looking for a name that embodies American values.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as ah-MEER-koh (/aˈmiːrkoʊ/)
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Similar Names to Americo
Notable People Named Americo
| Americo Makk, a Hungarian painter and portrait artist, immigrated to the United States in 1962 and is known for his historical and ecclesiastical portraits, including those of Presidents Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan, as well as other notable figures. |
| Américo Paredes was an American author known for his writings on the border life between the United States and Mexico, particularly in the Rio Grande region of South Texas, and for bringing attention to his Mexican American heritage and traditions. |
| Américo Gallego - Américo Rubén "El Tolo" Gallego is a former Argentine football player and current coach, known for his 73 appearances for the Argentina national team as a midfielder. |
| Javier Hernández Padilla, also known as Américo Rocca, is a semi-retired Mexican Luchador who achieved success in professional wrestling, holding several championships during his career. |
| Américo Ferreira dos Santos Silva was a Portuguese prelate of the Catholic Church, serving as Bishop of Porto from 1871 until his death and becoming a cardinal in 1879. |
