Meaning: From Velasco; possibly connected with a Basque crow word
The story
Vasco developed from the medieval name Velasco. A Basque crow connection is proposed, but the deeper etymology remains uncertain; little crow should not be treated as a settled literal meaning.
Spellings & variants
- Velasco
Famous namesakes
- Vasco da GamaExplorer
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Vasco comes from Portuguese.
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