The nameNuno
Nuno is a boy's name of Portuguese origin, borne by a holy constable of Portugal.
- Boy's name
- Portuguese
- Feast day
Meaning
The meaning of Nuno is debated. It is sometimes linked to the Latin nonnus, "monk, venerable old man".
Origin
Portuguese. Saint Nuno Álvares Pereira was Constable of Portugal in the 14th century, then a friar.
History
The name is given steadily in France, especially in families of Portuguese origin.
Popularity of the name Nuno
Nuno in France
Nuno was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 460 births over the decade, 30% of all recorded babies named Nuno. Its rise began around 1969, and it peaked in 1975. Half of all babies named Nuno in France were born before 1997. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 34 births a year on average, against 29 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nuno mean?
The meaning of Nuno is debated. It is sometimes linked to the Latin nonnus, "monk, venerable old man".
What is the origin of the name Nuno?
Portuguese. Saint Nuno Álvares Pereira was Constable of Portugal in the 14th century, then a friar.
Is Nuno a girl's or a boy's name?
Nuno is a boy's name.