Godefrido

Godefrido is a masculine given name used in Spanish-speaking contexts. It is the Spanish form of the given name Godfrey, which in turn appears in various medieval Germanic and Romance language forms such as Godefrid, Gottfried, or Gottfrid.

Etymology and meaning: The name Godefrido derives from the Germanic elements commonly interpreted as god or good and frīþ or friþ meaning peace or protection. Over time, the name traveled into Latinized and vernacular forms, yielding variants used in different regions, including Spanish.

Usage and distribution: Historically, Godefrido appears in medieval and early modern Spanish-language documents, often associated with clergy, nobility, or travelers who bore European names. In contemporary usage, the form Godefrido is relatively uncommon in most Spanish-speaking countries, with Godfrey or other variants more frequently encountered in historical texts or in families with traditional naming.

Notable people: There are no widely documented contemporary figures known primarily by the name Godefrido in major reference works. The form remains mainly of historical interest or used in genealogical contexts rather than as a common present-day given name.

Variants and related names: The name has several related forms, including Godfrey, Gottfried, Godefridus (Latinized), Godefrido (Spanish), and Godofredo in other languages. These variants share the same Germanic roots and similar meanings.

See also: Godfrey; Gottfried; Godefrid; Godofredo; Godefridus.