Melchor
Meaning of Melchor
Melchor is a masculine name with Spanish origin. It is pronounced as mel-KOR (/mɛlˈkɔr/). The name has variations such as Melchior. In the United States of America, Melchor has been given to newborns since at least 1917, according to available data. While it may not be among the most popular names, it has maintained a steady presence over the years. Melchor carries historical and biblical associations, as it is one of the three wise men who visited baby Jesus in Christian tradition. This gives the name a sense of wisdom and reverence. If you're looking for a name that combines uniqueness with a rich backstory, Melchor could be an appealing choice for your baby boy.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as mel-KOR (/mɛlˈkɔr/)
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Similar Names to Melchor
Notable People Named Melchor
| Melchor Ocampo was a prominent Mexican lawyer, scientist, and politician known for his radical liberal views and fierce anticlericalism. |
| Melchor Múzquiz - José Ventura Melchor Ciriaco de Ecay-Múzquiz y Arrieta was a Mexican soldier and politician who served as the 5th President of Mexico. |
| Melchor de Talamantes was a Mercedarian friar and priest who played a significant role in Mexico's movement for independence from Spain. |
| Melchor Bravo de Saravia y Sotomayor was a Spanish conquistador, interim viceroy of Peru, and Royal Governor of Chile. |
| Melchor Cano was a prominent Spanish Scholastic theologian known for his influential work De locis theologicis. |
| Melchor Concha y Toro was a prominent Chilean businessman, lawyer, and politician, as well as the Marquess of Casa Concha. |
| Melchor Maldonado y Saavedra, O.S.A. was a Roman Catholic prelate and the Bishop of Córdoba from 1635 to 1662. |
| Melchor Chavez - Melchor "Mel" Gongora Chavez is a Filipino politician, perennial candidate, and radio and print journalist. |
| Melchor Menor - Melchor "Mel" Menor is an accomplished American Muay Thai kickboxer with multiple championship titles and appearances on television shows and in films. |
| Melchor José Ramos, a Chilean political figure and journalist, founded the El Cometa newspaper in 1827 before passing away at the young age of 27 on April 19, 1832. |
