Rigo
Meaning of Rigo
Rigo is a masculine given name of Spanish derivation, functioning as a diminutive of Rigoberto—a compound Germanic name combining the elements ric (“power”) and beraht (“bright”), and thus conveying the sense of “bright fame.” Phonologically, the Spanish pronunciation is REE-goh (/ˈriɣo/), featuring a voiced velar fricative that English speakers typically approximate with a hard “g.” In the United States, Rigo has maintained a steady niche presence, ranking in the high 800s and averaging roughly two to three dozen newborn registrations annually over the past decade. Its streamlined, two-syllable structure and layered etymology afford it a balanced profile: technically precise yet accessible, historically grounded yet adaptable across cultural contexts.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as REE-goh (/ˈriɣo/)
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Notable People Named Rigo
| Rigo Morales - |
| Rigo Tovar - |
