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Gaspare

English translation/equivalent: Gaspar

Origin: Derived probably from the Iranian Gathaspas, taken from an ancient adjective that referred to Wayna, who was the god of air in the Iranian religion. Latinized into Gaspar or Gasparus, one of the three Magi kings.

Name Day/Onomastico: January 6—the Feast of the Epiphany.

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