What Does the Name Fidel Mean
The name Fidel comes from Spanish roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Fidel below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Fidel Name Meaning
SpanishFrom the Late Latin name Fidelis which meant "faithful". A famous bearer was revolutionary leader Fidel Castro (1926-2016), the former president of Cuba.
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