Januario
Meaningof January · Latin
Januario is a Latin and Mexican boy name meaning “of January”. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Hidden namesLook closely: Januario has the names Ari and Rio hiding inside it.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Januario would score 15 points, thanks largely to the J (worth 8).
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Januario
Januario is a boy name of Latin and Mexican origin meaning “of January”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Januario at school.
Origin:Latin namesMexican names
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- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
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- Unisex name: Elias · my God is Yahweh
- Unisex name: Luca · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Sebastian · venerable
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Questions about the name Januario
What does the name Januario mean?
Januario means “of January” and comes from Latin. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Genaro (“of January”) and Gennaro (“of January”).
What is the origin of the name Januario?
Januario is Latin and Mexican in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Januario turns up in more than one tradition. Other Latin names to consider are Oliver (“olive tree”), Theodore (“gift of God”), Lucas (“man from Lucania”) and Elias (“my God is Yahweh”).
Is Januario a boy or girl name?
Januario is a boy name.
What names are similar to Januario?
If you like Januario, you might also like Genaro and Gennaro.
What should I know before naming my baby Januario?
Januario is a Latin and Mexican boy name meaning “of January”. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.