| Meaning | beloved, desired |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | E-ras-mo |
About Erasmo
Distinguished and uncommon, this name carries remarkable cultural richness and historical significance. Erasmo possesses an elegant, almost musical quality that sets it apart from mainstream selections. The name's three syllables create a rhythmic flow that's both sophisticated and approachable. Parents choosing Erasmo often value connections to European heritage and intellectual traditions. This name commands attention without shouting, suggesting depth and complexity in its bearer. Erasmo works particularly well for families seeking to honor Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese ancestry while giving their child a distinctive identity. The name's rarity ensures memorability—people tend to remember meeting an Erasmo. Its classical roots provide gravitas while the smooth vowel sounds keep it from feeling stuffy or pretentious. Erasmo ages magnificently, suitable for a creative child and an accomplished professional alike. The name suggests someone thoughtful, cultured, and unafraid to stand apart from the crowd with quiet confidence.
Nicknames for Erasmo
| Ras |
| Mo |
| Rasi |
| Raz |
Famous People Named Erasmo
| Erasmo da Narni | 1370-1443 - Italian condottiero and humanist |
| Erasmo Seguín | 1782-1857 - Mexican Texan revolutionary |
| Erasmo Ramirez | born 1990 - Nicaraguan baseball pitcher |
| Erasmo Iacovone | born 1964 - Italian footballer |
| Erasmo Carlos | born 1941 - Brazilian singer and songwriter |
| Erasmo Viana | born 1987 - Brazilian model and actor |
| Erasmo Reyna | born 1983 - Peruvian footballer |
| Erasmo Mena | 1894-1960 - Chilean writer and poet |
| Erasmo Marcondes | 1894-1971 - Brazilian engineer and politician |
| Erasmo Solerti | 1870-1954 - Italian musicologist and composer |
| Erasmo Catarino | born 1982 - Mexican singer |
| Erasmo Palma | born 1978 - Chilean boxer |
| Erasmo Tonini | 1906-1992 - Italian Catholic bishop |
| Erasmo De Angelis | born 1965 - Italian actor |
| Erasmo Arronte | born 1959 - Mexican diver |
| Erasmo Bucaro | born 1977 - Italian footballer |
| Erasmo D'Angelis | born 1986 - Italian rugby union player |
| Erasmo Zulberti | 1681-1760 - Italian painter |
| Erasmo Fuentes | born 1949 - Mexican baseball player |
| Erasmo Parra | 1903-1952 - Chilean poet and novelist |
Characters Named Erasmo
| Erasmo Montenegro | A character in the TV series "El Señor de los Cielos" |
| Erasmo Stabile | A character in the novel "The Last King of Scotland" by Giles Foden |
| Erasmo Klarwind | A character in the video game "The Elder Scrolls V - Skyrim" |
| Erasmo Grimaldo | A character in the novel "Tropic of Orange" by Karen Tei Yamashita |
| Erasmo "Ras" Williams | A character in the film "Cool Runnings" |
| Erasmo Rodriguez | A character in the novel "Into the Beautiful North" by Luis Alberto Urrea |
| Erasmo Acuña | A character in the novel "Big Maria" by Johnny Shaw |