Origin:Italian
Other Origin(s):Egyptian
Meaning:Defender of peace; He who is always happy; Perfect one; He who is continually good
Lyrical and unique, this name will most definitely put baby straight into the spotlight. Masculine and derived from an Italian surname, it is believed to mean “defender of peace” or “he who is always happy,” making for an ideal choice for beaming babies who radiate joy. Onophrio is believed to have gotten its meaning from its other variant, Unnufer or Osiris, which means “perfect one” or “he who is continually good,” stemming from the Egyptian god of fertility, agriculture, and the afterlife, Osiris. With a name like Onophrio, you can trust baby will shine bright and reflect all that is good in the world.
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