Gender Feminine & Masculine
Pronounced Pron. gee-oo-MAR(Portuguese) /ɡjo.ˈmaɾ/(Spanish)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Possibly derived from the Germanic name Wigmar, which was formed of the elements wig "war, battle" and mari "famous". In the medieval Lancelot-Grail Cycle he plays a minor role as a cousin of Guinevere, who banishes him after he becomes a lover of Morgan le Fey. In modern Portugal and Spain it is a feminine name.

Related Names

Rootswig + mari

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Entry updated April 23, 2024