Asdrúbal – Name Meaning
Asdrúbal is a Spanish name derived from the Latin name Asdruvallus, which is composed of two elements: asdru, meaning “brave” or “valiant” and vallus, meaning “wall”. The name can be translated to mean “brave wall” or “valiant wall”.
The name Asdrúbal has been used in Spain since at least the 16th century. It was popularized by the Spanish poet and playwright Lope de Vega, who wrote a play called El Asdrúbal in 1599. The play tells the story of a brave knight named Asdrúbal who defends his kingdom against an invading army.
Asdrúbal is also a common given name in Latin America, particularly in Mexico and other Spanish-speaking countries. In Mexico, it is often shortened to Drú or Dru. It is also sometimes spelled Azdrubal.
Popularity
Asdrúbal is not a particularly popular name in the United States. According to Social Security Administration data, it has never been among the top 1,000 most popular baby names in the country. However, it does have some popularity in other countries such as Mexico and Spain.
Famous People Named Asdrúbal
There are several famous people who bear the name Asdrúbal:
- Asdrúbal Cabrera – Venezuelan professional baseball player
- Asdrúbal Chávez – Venezuelan politician and former president of Venezuela
- Asdrúbal Varela – Cuban singer and songwriter
- Asdrúbal Aguiar – Uruguayan footballer
Variations of the Name
- Azdrubal (alternate spelling)
- Drú (nickname)