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Horatio

huh-RAY-shee-oh

Horatio (name) means a male given name of Latin origin, notably borne by the character in Shakespeare's Hamlet. Example: “Horatio was Hamlet's loyal and trusted friend.”

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A male given name of Latin origin, notably borne by the character in Shakespeare's Hamlet.

"Horatio was Hamlet's loyal and trusted friend."

Word forms

Horatios plural

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Etymology

From Latin Horātius, a Roman gens name of uncertain meaning. Doublet of Horace.

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for Horatio

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Horatio” mean?

The word “Horatio” means a male given name of Latin origin, notably borne by the character in Shakespeare's Hamlet.

How do you pronounce “Horatio”?

“Horatio” is pronounced huh-RAY-shee-oh (/həˈɹeɪʃiəʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Horatio” in a sentence?

Here is “Horatio” used in a sentence: “Horatio was Hamlet's loyal and trusted friend.”

What part of speech is “Horatio”?

“Horatio” is a name.

Where does the word “Horatio” come from?

The word “Horatio” comes from Latin. From Latin Horātius, a Roman gens name of uncertain meaning. Doublet of Horace.

Is “Horatio” a common word?

“Horatio” is an uncommon word in modern English.