About Higinio
The surname Higinio is of Spanish origin and is derived from the given name Higinio, which itself is a variant of the Latin name Hyginus. The name Hyginus is believed to have originated from the Greek word "hygieinós," meaning "healthy" or "sound." Therefore, the surname Higinio likely originated as a patronymic surname, denoting "son of Higinio" or "descendant of Higinio." It may have been originally bestowed upon individuals who were associated with the qualities of health or soundness.
The surname Higinio is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Higinio based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Higinio in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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