Eligio
Meaning of Eligio
Eligio is a male name with Latin origins. It is derived from the Latin word "eligere," meaning "to choose" or "to select." The name Eligio carries the idea of being chosen or favored. In terms of pronunciation, it is pronounced as eh-LEE-jee-oh (/ɛˈlidʒioʊ/) in American English. A variation of this name is Elio.
When looking at the data for newborns in the United States, Eligio has had a fluctuating popularity over the years. In recent years, it has been given to a modest number of babies, ranking around 7,000 to 10,000 in terms of occurrence. However, it's worth noting that popularity can vary greatly depending on cultural and regional factors. Despite its relative rarity, Eligio carries a strong and unique sound that sets it apart from more common names.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as eh-LEE-jee-oh (/ɛˈlidʒioʊ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Eligio
| Juan José Eligio de la Puente y Regidor was a prominent Spanish Floridian who held public offices in St. Augustine, Florida and Havana, Cuba during the 18th century, influencing Spanish foreign policy in North America. |
| José Eligio Ayala, a member of the Liberal Party, served as President of Paraguay from 1923 to 1924 and again from 1924 to 1928. |
| Eligio Ancona - Eligio María Ancona Castillo was a multi-talented Mexican figure known for his contributions as a teacher, lawyer, novelist, historian, playwright, journalist, and politician, earning the title of "benemérito" of the state of Yucatán. |
| Eligio Esquivel Méndez was a Mexican politician and engineer who served as the Governor of Baja California from 1959 to 1964. |
| Eligio Lofranco - Eligio B. Lofranco, also known as Dong/Lieux, was a Filipino polymath, public prosecutor, and Division Chief, known for his diverse talents and contributions. |
| Eligio Cervantes Islas is a Mexican athlete who competed in the triathlon at the 2004 Summer Olympics, finishing in thirty-eighth place. |
| Eligio Martínez is a Bolivian footballer who represented the Bolivia national football team in 1989, playing in 14 matches and participating in the 1989 Copa América tournament. |
| Eligio Valentino was an Italian canoe sprinter who competed in the early 1950s and participated in the K-2 1000 m event at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. |
