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Fabio
Bean grower
Origin
Latin
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Origin and meaning of Fabio
Fabio comes from the Latin Fabius, the name of the gens Fabia, traced to faba, 'bean': it originally referred, with a rustic tone, to 'bean growers'. It belonged to one of Rome's oldest and most illustrious families. Today Fabio is a very common, well-loved men's name in Italy, appreciated in the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking world too, liked for its brevity, musicality and classical flavour.
Variants around the world
How Fabio sounds in other languages.
FabiusFábio
Famous people
- Quinto Fabio Massimo— general
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fabio mean?
The name Fabio means Bean grower.
What is the origin of the name Fabio?
Origin of Fabio: Latin.
What are the international variants of the name Fabio?
International variants of Fabio: Fabius and Fábio.