Benicio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Benicio is a Spanish name derived from the Latin 'Benedictus,' meaning 'blessed.' It evolved from historical forms including Benedict and has gained popularity in recent decades for its positive connotation. The name is often associated with creativity and strength, and it has no direct biblical relevance.
The name Benicio is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Benicio has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Benicio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13420th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1656th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 900th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Benicio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Benicio"
Pronunciation
/bəˈniː.si.oʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Benicio is derived from the Latin name 'Benedictus,' which means 'blessed.' It is often associated with the Spanish tradition of naming children after saints.
Meaning
blessed
Language Evolution
Benedictus (Latin), Benedict (Old French), Benicio (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Benicio has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries and among Hispanic communities in the United States. It is often chosen for its strong, positive connotation.
Variants & Derivatives
Benedict, Beni, Ben
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Benicio is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and strength. It is seen as a name for individuals who are charismatic and impactful.
Famous People
Benicio del Toro - Puerto Rican actor and filmmaker, Benicio de la Vega - Notable Spanish artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Benicio"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Benicio"
"Benicio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13420th of 16616 | 12 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1656th of 24088 | 1,308 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 900th of 23106 | 2,940 |
Regional Popularity of "Benicio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.56% 1675th/4582 |
37.57% 1940th/5164 |
24.71% 1807th/7313 |
13.64% 1018th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
27.96% 1114th/3984 |
18.48% 829th/4487 |
16.87% 1151st/6822 |
10.26% 644th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Benicio" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Benicio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Benicio" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.