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Name Origin

Fabio is an Italian masculine given name, derived from the Latin Fabianus. It means 'bean grower' or 'belonging to Fabius'. The Fabii were a prominent Roman gens (clan) known for their strength and valor.

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Famous People

Fabio Lanzoni (1959-)

Model, Actor

  • Became a successful romance novel cover model in the 1980s and 1990s
  • Appeared in numerous television shows and films

Fabio Cannavaro (1973-)

Footballer, Manager

  • Won the Ballon d'Or in 2006
  • Captained Italy to victory in the 2006 FIFA World Cup

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