Vasco
VAH-skoh
Vasco is a boy’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “A name of Spanish and Portuguese origin, meaning "crow" or "raven." It is also associated with the Basque region.”. It currently ranks #5855 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1916.
What Vasco Means
“A name of Spanish and Portuguese origin, meaning "crow" or "raven." It is also associated with the Basque region.”
The Story of Vasco
Imagine the wind in your sails as you choose this name, linked to an explorer who charted unknown seas and a beloved rockstar.
Vasco is a name with a bold cadence, originating from the Iberian Peninsula, meaning 'crow' or 'raven,' birds associated with intelligence and omens. It also carries connections to the resilient Basque region. This name achieved historical prominence through Vasco da Gama, the Portuguese explorer who first navigated a sea route to India in the late 15th century.
When you whisper 'Vasco' to your baby boy, it sounds like an adventure waiting to unfold. You see a child who is brave, curious, and ready to explore the vastness of his world, much like his namesake. It’s a name that promises intelligence and a loyal heart, qualities you already cherish and wish to nurture in him. You feel a sense of exhilaration, knowing this name will accompany him on his own grand voyages.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Vasco da Gama
Portuguese explorer, first to reach India by sea
Vasco Rossi
Popular Italian rock singer and songwriter
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#18 in 1916
Total Births
508
First Recorded
1910
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