Remigio

Remigio is a masculine first name that is considered the Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish variant of the Latin name Remigius. The meaning of the name can be translated into German as 'the rower' or, in the context of early Christianity, as 'the remedy' (referring to the salvation of the soul).

What does the name Remigio mean?

Remigio is a masculine first name known in Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish as a form of the Latin name Remigius. It means 'the rower' in German or, in early Christianity, 'the remedy' (in relation to the salvation of the soul). The name has its roots in Latin, derived from rēmex or rĕmĭgo for 'the rower' and 'to row,' or also rĕmĕdĭum or remedius for 'the remedy,' 'the healing herb,' and 'the medicine.' In the Middle Ages, the name spread due to the veneration of Saint Remigius, Bishop of Reims. This Frankish saint came from a noble Gallic-Roman family and lived in the 5th and 6th centuries. Under his leadership, the Christianization of France was promoted. Other variants of the name include Remigiusz, Remigiu, Remigijus, Remi, Remy, Rhemy, Remedius, Romedius, Romed, Romedio, and Romegius. Feminine forms are Remigia and Remigija.

Where does the name Remigio come from?

The first name Remigio has Latin roots and means 'the rower.' The Latin

How do you pronounce Remigio?

The pronunciation of Remigio is three syllables and fluid. It is pronounced as 'Re-mi-gio' [reˈmiːdʒo], with the even vowel structure creating a harmonious sound and the consonants softly integrated. The ending '-gio' gives the name a light, swinging note in its conclusion. This makes Remigio feel lively and elegant – fluid and sonorous with a touch of southern lightness.

When is the name day of Remigio?

The name day for Remigio is celebrated on January 13 and October 1.

Popularity

In Germany, Remigio is a rare first name. So far, it has not appeared in the German first name charts. In Switzerland, the name reached its best placement in 1934 at 419th place in the first name charts. Between 1930 and 2024, Remigio was given as a first name about 20 times in Switzerland, placing it at 2,269th. However, in the last ten years, it has not been given even once.

Nicknames & pet names

Bicio

Famous people

• Jorge Remigio Pautasso (Argentinian football player)
• Remigio Cantagallina (Italian painter)
• Remigio Crespo Toral (Ecuadorian poet)
• Remigio Hermoso (Baseball player from Venezuela)
• Remigio Molina (Argentinian boxer)
• Remigio Renzi (Italian composer)