Properzio
p-roper-zio,
pr(o)-pe-rzio
Origin:Italian
Meaning:Fast, hasty
When little Properzio arrives, you'll wonder what you ever did with your extra time! A masculine title, Properzio is the Italian form of Propertius, a Roman family name once borne by one of Ancient Rome's greatest elegiac poets. Deriving from the Latin word propero, Properzio means "fast" or "hasty," so keeping up with your tiny tot might just require a lot of quick action and thinking! Whether they're letting you know it's time to eat or plotting an escape plan, you'll be ready to anticipate your kiddo's next move. Though life with sweet Properzio will undoubtedly be busier and more chaotic than it was before, it will also be filled with giggles, magic, and endless joy.
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Behind the Name, Properzia, May 2012
Behind the Name, Propertius, December 2016
Name Doctor, Properzio
WordSense Dictionary, Properzio
Britannica, Sextus Propertius, Roman poet, April 2024
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