MAU-roh

Definitions

1. noun

A male given name of Italian origin, derived from the Latin word ‘maurus’, meaning ‘dark-skinned’ or ‘moor’.

“Mauro was a common name among the Italian nobility during the Middle Ages.”

2. proper noun

A surname of Italian origin, often referring to a person of Italian descent.

“Mauro is a common surname in many Italian cities, particularly in the north.”