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Gobbo name popularity, meaning and origin
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Gobbo name meaning:
The name Gobbo is not commonly used as a first name and does not have a widely recognized meaning in most naming dictionaries or cultures. However, it can be associated with literature and historical contexts. In William Shakespeare's play "The Merchant of Venice," Gobbo is the surname of a character named Launcelot Gobbo, who is a comical servant. This association might imply a playful or humorous nature, reflecting the comedic relief that the character provides in the drama.
In Italian, "gobbo" means "hunchback," suggesting that the name could be interpreted in a more literal sense to refer to someone with a physical hunchback in historical or literary contexts. However, as a given name in contemporary times, Gobbo would be quite unusual and might be chosen for its unique sound or the literary connection rather than its literal meaning. Parents selecting the name Gobbo for a boy might be drawn to its rarity, distinctive sound, or perhaps an ancestral or literary significance that resonates personally with them.
Origin: Shakespearean
'The Merchant of Venice' Launcelot Gobbo, a clown, servant to Shylock. Also Old Gobbo, Launcelot's father.
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