Origin and Meaning of Hermenegildo

The name means 'the one who has an obligation to be pious'.

Origin: Spanish, Portuguese - Hermenegildo is derived from the Gothic name 'Ermengild,' which combines the elements 'ermen' (meaning 'whole' or 'universal') and 'gild' (meaning 'sacrifice' or 'value').

• The name is predominantly used in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries, especially due to the influence of Saint Hermenegild, a Christian martyr.
• In Spain, Hermenegildo is often celebrated on April 13th in honor of Saint Hermenegild, who was martyred for his faith in the 5th century.
• Notable bearers of the name include the Spanish poet Hermenegildo Giner de los Ríos and various saints in Catholic tradition.
• Hermenegildo appears in various cultural contexts, but its usage has declined in recent years, with fewer parents naming their children this way compared to the early 20th century.
• Variations of the name include Hermenegild, Menegildo, and Hermenegilda, the latter being the feminine form.