Raimundo

Raimundo is a masculine given name used primarily in Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking contexts. It is the Iberian form of the name Raymond, which derives from the Germanic name Raginmund, from elements meaning counsel and protection.

Usage and forms: In Portuguese and Spanish, Raimundo is common in Portugal, Brazil, Spain, and many Latin American countries. The Italian form is Raimondo; the German form is Raimund; the English forms are Raymond or Raymund. In some cases, Raimundo appears as a surname in Portuguese-speaking areas, though it remains much more common as a first name.

Cultural and religious context: The name has historical and religious associations, notably with Saint Raimundo (Saint Raymond of Penyafort), a 13th-century Dominican canon lawyer widely venerated in Catholic tradition. His name is rendered San Raimundo in Spanish and San Raimundo de Peñafort in many Iberian-language communities. The saint’s prominence has supported the name’s enduring popularity in the region.

See also: Related given names include Ramon, Raimon, Raimondo, and Raymond.

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