Vasco
Meaning of Vasco
Vasco is a male name with Spanish and Portuguese origins. In Spanish, it is pronounced as VAHS-koh (/ˈbasko/), while in Portuguese, it is pronounced as VAHS-koo (/ˈvasku/). The name has variations in different regions and cultures but maintains its strong and distinctive sound. In the United States, Vasco has been given to a small number of newborn boys over the years, with occasional fluctuations in popularity. It carries historical associations, including the famous Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama, who played a significant role in opening up trade routes between Europe and Asia. The name Vasco exudes strength and adventure, making it a unique choice for parents looking for a name that stands out.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as VAHS-koh (/ˈbasko/)
Portuguese
- Pronunced as VAHS-koo (/ˈvasku/)
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Notable People Named Vasco
| Vasco da Gama, 1st Count of Vidigueira, was a Portuguese explorer and the first European to reach India by sea. |
| Vasco Núñez de Balboa was a Spanish explorer who became the first European to reach the Pacific Ocean from the New World in 1513. |
| Vasco Rossi, an Italian singer-songwriter and poet, has released 30 albums and written over 250 songs, earning the nickname Il Blasco. |
| Vasco Fernandes - Vasco Herculano Salgado Cunha Mango Fernandes is a Portuguese professional footballer known for his versatility in playing as a right-back or central defender for Primeira Liga club Casa Pia. |
| Vasco Fernandes, also known as Grão Vasco, was a prominent Portuguese Renaissance painter. |
| Vasco Fernandes Coutinho, 1st Count of Marialva - Vasco Fernandes Coutinho was a distinguished Portuguese nobleman, the 3rd Marshal of Portugal and 1st Count of Marialva. |
| Vasco Fernandes Coutinho, captain of Espírito Santo - Vasco Fernandes Coutinho was a Portuguese fidalgo and the first donatary of the Captaincy of Espírito Santo, a colonial territory in what is now Brazil. |
| General Vasco Mascarenhas, 1st Count of Óbidos, was a prominent Portuguese nobleman and colonial governor with significant roles in Brazil and India. |
| Vasco Santana was a renowned Portuguese actor from the classical era of Portuguese cinema. |
