Narciso

Narciso is a masculine given name used in Spanish-, Italian-, and Portuguese-speaking cultures. It derives from the Greek name Narcissus, made famous by the myth of Narcissus. The exact etymology is uncertain; popular theories connect it to the Greek word narkē, meaning numbness or sleep, or to the narcissus flower itself.

The name is common in Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula, as well as in other regions influenced by Spanish, Italian, or Portuguese language traditions, including the Philippines. A female form is Narcisa, and in some languages related forms such as Narcís (Catalan) also exist. The name is typically given for its classical associations rather than its meaning.

Notable bearers include Narciso Yepes, a Spanish guitarist renowned for his interpretations of classical repertoire; and Narciso Rodríguez, a Cuban-American fashion designer known for modern women's wear. The name has appeared in literature and media in various Spanish- and Italian-language works as a given name.

See also Narcissus, the figure from Greek mythology, for the name’s mythological origin and broader cultural resonance.