Bassanio Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Bassanio Name at a Glance

Name	Bassanio
Meaning	'The Merchant of Venice' Friend to Antonia, who borrows from Antonio to pursue his successful suit for Portia.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Bassanio Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Bassanio means “'The Merchant of Venice' Friend to Antonia, who borrows from Antonio to pursue his successful suit for Portia”. 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.

Bassanio Name Origin

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

Is Bassanio a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Bassanio

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