# What Does the Name Alvaro Mean?

Alvaro is a classic Spanish name with a strong, timeless feel. It has been popular across centuries in Spanish-speaking countries.

**Origin:** Spanish

  **Gender:** boy

  **Pronunciation:** al-VAHR-oh

The name Alvaro comes from the Germanic elements 'all' meaning 'all' and 'ward' meaning 'guardian', introduced to the Iberian Peninsula by the Visigoths. It entered Spanish as Álvaro and later spread to Latin America. Variants include Alvar, Alvarado, and the Portuguese Álvaro.

Is Alvaro a boy or girl name? Alvaro is traditionally used as a male name.

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Alvaro?

It means "guardian" or "protector".

### What origin is the name Alvaro?

It is of Spanish origin, derived from Germanic roots.

### Is Alvaro a boy or girl name?

Alvaro is a boy name.