Belarmino

Belarmino is a masculine name often bestowed in honor of a Catholic saint. This moniker is the Spanish, Portuguese, and Galician form of Bellarmine, the last name of Saint Robert Bellarmine, an Italian cardinal who was a leading figure in the Catholic Counter-Reformation. Regarded as one of the most enlightened theologians of his time, Bellarmine was named a doctor of the church by Pope Pius XI in 1931. Belarmino and Bellarmine have several possible definitions, two of which stem from the Italian word bello, meaning "beautiful." Translating to "beautiful armor" or "beautiful and powerful," Belarmino could encourage your little one to see their faith as a protective and uplifting force. Other sources link Belarmino to the meanings of "well-armed" or "combative," so don't be surprised if your Belarmino knows how to stand up for what they believe in.