Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Horatio
Proper Noun
/həˈreɪʃioʊ/
Definition
A given name often associated with historical and literary figures.
Examples
- Horatio Alger was a famous American author known for his novels about impoverished boys achieving their goals through hard work.
- In Shakespeare’s play ‘Hamlet’, Horatio is a loyal friend to Prince Hamlet and serves as a key character in the narrative.
Meaning
The name Horatio is derived from the Latin name Horatius, which possibly means ‘timekeeper’ or ‘hour’.
Synonyms
- None (as a proper noun, it does not have direct synonyms).
