Spanish and Portuguese form of the Latin Eligius, meaning chosen or elect. Saint Eligius was a 7th-century bishop and patron of metalworkers, keeping the name alive in Iberian tradition.
Vibe
playful
How it ages.
Classical and saintly in Iberian cultures; ages with quiet dignity, never trend-dependent.
The cultural moment.
Consistently used in Spain, Brazil, and Portugal throughout the 20th century.