Origin
Portuguese
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Aries
Trend
Rising
At a glance
Vasco is a name often given to boys. Ranked #5855 and is currently rising on the charts. It comes from a Portuguese origin and traditionally means "Of the Basque people or crow". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Vasco
Vasco originates from Portuguese roots tied to the Basque region of Spain and France. It gained fame through explorer Vasco da Gama whose voyages shaped world history. The name carries connotations of discovery and resilience in Iberian culture. In literature it appears in adventure tales highlighting bravery. Media references include video game characters embodying leadership. Personality traits lean toward boldness and curiosity. Its short structure makes it punchy and memorable across languages. Historically it spread through colonial naming practices. Today it remains popular in Portugal and Latin America for its strong masculine feel.
Popularity
Currently ranked #5855 on the Baby Billboard Charts. Peak rank: #5855. Changed +6282 positions from last year.
Numerology Profile
Embraces change and freedom.
Desires harmony in relationships.
Projects authority and ambition.
Builds solid foundations.
Zodiac & Astrology
Aries
Matches bold explorer energy.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Dynamic force driving ambition and discovery.
Color Aura
Deep Red
Element
Fire
Season
Summer
Gemstone
Ruby
Spirit Animal
Eagle
Power Word
Voyage
Energy Type
Fire × Summer
Personality & Traits
Adventurous
Seeks new experiences with courage.
Determined
Pursues goals with unwavering focus.
Famous People Named Vasco
Vasco da Gama
Portuguese explorer who reached India by sea
Vasco in Pop Culture
Vasco
Assassin's Creed game series
Historical Events
1498
Vasco da Gama reaches India.
1600
Name spreads in colonial Americas.
International Variations
Vasco in Different Scripts
فاسكو
Arabic
瓦斯科
Chinese (Mandarin)
ヴァスコ
Japanese (Katakana)
바스코
Korean
ואסקו
Hebrew
Βάσκο
Greek
Васко
Cyrillic
वास्को
Hindi (Devanagari)
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Vasco:
Vasco Luis
Vasco Miguel
Vasco Antonio
Vasco Gabriel
Vasco Javier
Vasco Carlos
Vasco Fernando
Vasco Eduardo
Fun Facts & Trivia
Named after explorer Vasco da Gama.
Means crow in some dialects.
Popular in Brazil.
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Quick Facts
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