Banquo Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Banquo Name at a Glance

Name	Banquo
Meaning	'The Tragedy of Macbeth' Thane of Lochaber, a general in the King Duncan's army. After his murder, his ghost appears to Macbeth.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Banquo Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Banquo means “'The Tragedy of Macbeth' Thane of Lochaber, a general in the King Duncan's army. After his murder, his ghost appears to Macbeth”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Banquo Name Origin

Our database records Banquo under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Banquo a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Banquo is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Banquo

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