Epifanio as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Epifanio

What is the meaning of the name Epifanio ?

The baby name Epifanio is a Male name , 5 syllables long and is pronounced /ˌɛpɪˈfɑːni.oʊ/ (eh-pih-FAH-nee-oh),Spanish: /epiˈfanjo/ (eh-pee-FAH-nyoh).

Epifanio is Greek in Origin.

Epifanio descends from Late Latin Epiphanius, itself from Greek Epiphánios, related to epipháneia “manifestation, appearance” (from epi “upon” + phainein “to show”). The core sense is “manifest, evident,” reinforced by its strong Christian resonance with the feast of Epiphany, celebrating Christ’s manifestation to the Gentiles.

The name was borne by influential early bishops such as Saint Epiphanius of Salamis (4th century) and Saint Epiphanius of Pavia (6th), which sustained usage through the medieval Mediterranean. It took root in Iberian, Italian, and Lusophone traditions and appears in Spain, southern Italy, Portugal, Brazil, the Philippines, and Hispanic America, sometimes chosen for boys born near 6 January. Forms and cognates include Spanish/Italian Epifanio, Portuguese Epifânio, Greek Epiphanios/Epifanios, and the learned Epiphanius; Slavic adaptations include Epifaniy. Feminine counterparts are Epifanía/Epifania (Portuguese Epifânia). Nicknames include Epi and Fano, and the name also occurs as a surname.