Names/Elpidio/Elpidio Quirino
Political LeaderFilipino1890 – 1956

Elpidio Quirino

Sixth President of the Philippines (1948-1953)

Biography

Filipino statesman and the sixth President of the Philippines (1948-1953). He played a crucial role in Philippine independence and nation-building during the crucial early years of the republic.

Quick Facts
Category

Political Leader

Nationality

Filipino

Born

1890

Died

1956

Thinking about the name

Elpidio

Greek origin

The masculine Italian and Spanish form of the Greek 'elpis,' meaning 'hope.' Elpidio maintains the virtue-name tradition of classical antiquity while gaining Mediterranean warmth and Latin charm, less common but deeply meaningful for families honoring Greek or Italian heritage.