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Faro

Gender-neutral · Greek · Short name

Meaning
Beacon, lighthouse, of the beacon

Meaning varies between reference sources.

Pronunciation
FAH-roh
Origin
Greek

From Greek and Latin; a place name associated with a lighthouse.

Popularity
Rare in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

ModernNature-inspiredInternational

Languages in use: Greek, Latin, English

Commonly used in: United States, Italy, Portugal

Alternate spellings

  • FaroGreek / Latin

    Same spelling; no common variant.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Greek Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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