Ambrosio
/ambɾosjo/from spelling rulesmasculine
The English name Ambrose is translated into Spanish as Ambrosio.
Ambrosio is a masculine given name used in Spanish-speaking contexts.
Meaning: male given name (name)
How do you pronounce it?
/ambɾosjo/
Did you know?
- The name Ambrosio is derived from the Greek word 'ambrosios', meaning 'immortal', which refers to 'ambrosia', the food of the gods in Greek mythology.
- While Ambrosio is a classic name, it is rarely seen on modern birth registries in Spain or Latin America. It is now categorized as a 'nombre de abuelo', or 'grandfather name', similar to how 'Arthur' or 'Walter' might feel in English.
- While Ambrosio is rare as a first name now, it frequently survives in Spanish culture as a family surname, particularly in regions with strong Mediterranean influences.
Examples in context
- El señor Ambrosio llegará a la reunión más tarde.Mr. Ambrose will arrive at the meeting later.
- Ambrosio, ¿me podría ayudar con este asunto?Ambrose, could you please help me with this matter?
- El doctor Ambrosio Juan Martínez estará a cargo de la cirugía.Dr. Ambrose Juan Martínez will be in charge of the surgery.
- Ambrosio es un nombre muy antiguo.Ambrosio is a very old name.
- ¿Conoces a algún Ambrosio en tu familia?Do you know an Ambrosio in your family?
- Mi abuelo se llama Ambrosio.My grandfather's name is Ambrosio.
Example conversation
Daniel and Lucía are discussing names for a new baby.
- Daniel¿Te gusta el nombre Ambrosio?Do you like the name Ambrosio?
- LucíaEs un nombre bonito, pero muy clásico.It is a beautiful name, but very classic.
- DanielEs verdad, Ambrosio suena muy elegante.It's true, Ambrosio sounds very elegant.
- LucíaSí, aunque quizás es demasiado serio para un bebé.Yes, although it might be too serious for a baby.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “ambrose” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
