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The first name Americo (Américo) is the Spanish and Portuguese variant of the name Amerigo, which has its origins in the name Emmerich. It translates to 'the brave ruler', 'the mighty great one', or 'the master of the house'.
What does the name Americo mean?
Americo (Américo) is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Amerigo, derived from Emmerich. These names carry the meanings 'the brave ruler', 'the mighty great one', or 'the master of the house'. The name is composed of Gothic and Old High German elements, with amals meaning 'brave' or 'capable' and erman meaning 'great' or 'all-encompassing'. Additionally, the Old High German terms heima meaning 'the home' and rihhi meaning 'powerful' or 'ruler' are also present. Alternative forms include Americus and America.
Where does the name Americo come from?
The name Americo has Old High German roots and means 'the brave ruler'.
How do you pronounce Americo?
The pronunciation of Americo is four syllables and fluid. It is typically pronounced as 'A-me-ri-co' [ameˈʁiːko], with the emphasis on the third syllable, giving the name a dynamic touch. The open -o at the end provides a harmonious finish, making Americo sound lively and sonorous – warm, agile, and present.
When is the name day of Americo?
The name day of Emmerich is celebrated on September 2 and November 5.
Popularity
In Germany, Americo is one of the rare first names. In 2011, it ranked 2,275th on the list of the most popular male names. Between 2010 and 2024, the name was given less than 10 times in Germany, placing it at 8,508th. However, it has not been awarded in the last ten years. The global popularity and frequency of Americo is reflected in its rankings in the name charts of various countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Amer / Amo / Rico
Similar first names
Famous people
- Americo Boschetti (singer and guitarist)
- Americo Castro (Spanish cultural historian)
- Americo Gallego (football coach and player)
- Americo Marazzi (Swiss architect)
- Americo Novembrini (Italian cyclist)
- Americo Paredes (American author)
- Americo Santos (boxer)
- Americo Sbigoli (Italian opera singer)
- Americo Tesoriere (football player)
- Cleber Americo Da Conceicao (Brazilian football player)
- Ramon Americo Bareiro (Argentinian football player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Americo
What does the name Americo mean?
Americo is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Amerigo and means 'the brave ruler' or 'the mighty great one'.
Where does the name Americo come from?
The name has Old High German roots and is composed of elements meaning 'brave' and 'great', with terms for 'home' and 'ruler' also playing a role.
How popular is the name Americo?
Americo is primarily common in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries, where it enjoys a certain popularity, but it is not among the most common names.