Yago (en. Yago)

/'jaɣo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Proper name of Hebrew origin, often associated with the character from Shakespeare's Othello.
In Shakespeare's play, Yago is a cunning villain.
En la obra de Shakespeare, Yago es un villano astuto.
Spanish variant of the name Iago.
Yago is a common name in some regions of Spain.
Yago es un nombre común en algunas regiones de España.

Etymology

From the Hebrew 'Yaakov', which means 'supplanter'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Yago de aguas
Refers to someone who is cunning or treacherous.
Yago de aguas
To Yago someone
The act of betraying or deceiving someone.
Acer Yago a alguien

Related Words

Iago
A name that can be synonymous in some cultures.
Iago
Jacobo
A related name, also of Hebrew origin.
Jacobo

Slang Meanings

Yago is used to refer to a person who is cunning.
That guy is a Yago, he always finds a way to get his way.
Ese chico es un Yago, siempre encuentra la forma de salir con la suya.