Arsenio

Meaning of Arsenio

Picture an expectant couple strolling through sunlit Andalusian streets, hunting for a name that dances like a monsoon breeze across continents—Arsenio fits the bill with playful flair. Born from the ancient Greek arsenios, meaning “virile” or “strong,” it wandered into Spanish plazas and Italian piazzas (pronounced ahr-SEH-nee-oh) before crossing oceans. With the warm charisma of a Bollywood hero and the effervescent wit of Arsenio Hall, this name crackles like fresh masala on a sizzling tawa: vibrant, unexpected, unforgettable. Though it hovers around the 900th spot in US baby charts, that rarity is its magic trick—like uncovering a hidden spice in grandma’s kitchen, Arsenio brings a burst of color and story to any family legacy.

Pronunciation

Italian

  • Pronunced as ahr-SEH-nee-o (/arˈsɛːnjo/)

Spanish

  • Pronunced as ahr-SEH-nee-oh (/arˈsenjo/)

U.S. Popularity Chart

Notable People Named Arsenio

Arsenio Hall -
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Arsenio Laurel -
Arsenio Linares y Pombo -
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