Mercutio Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Mercutio Name at a Glance

Name	Mercutio
Meaning	'The Tragedy of Romeo And Juliet' Kinsman to Prince Escalus and friend to Romeo.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Mercutio Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Mercutio means “'The Tragedy of Romeo And Juliet' Kinsman to Prince Escalus and friend to Romeo”. 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.

Mercutio Name Origin

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

Is Mercutio a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Mercutio

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