Petruchio Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Petruchio Name at a Glance

Name	Petruchio
Meaning	'The Taming of the Shrew' Petruchio, a gentleman of Verona, a suitor to Katherina.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Petruchio Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Petruchio means “'The Taming of the Shrew' Petruchio, a gentleman of Verona, a suitor to Katherina”. 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.

Petruchio Name Origin

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

Is Petruchio a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Petruchio

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