Biagio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Biagio is an Italian name originating from the Latin Blasius, meaning 'lisping' or 'stuttering'. It has evolved through several languages and forms, reflecting a rich cultural and linguistic heritage. The name is associated with the historical figure Saint Blaise, contributing to its popularity in Christian traditions. Biagio is perceived positively in modern times, often linked to tradition and artistic expression.
The name Biagio is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Biagio has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Biagio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1574th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2498th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3786th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3586th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5860th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7781st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10456th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Biagio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Biagio"
Pronunciation
/ˈbjaːdʒoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Biagio is derived from the Latin name Blasius, which means 'lisping' or 'stuttering'.
Meaning
lisping, stuttering
Language Evolution
Blasius (Latin), Blas (Spanish), Blaise (French), Biagio (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly among Christian communities due to Saint Blaise, a 4th-century bishop and martyr.
Variants & Derivatives
Blaise, Blas, Blais, Biagio
Modern Popularity & Image
Biagio is seen as a traditional name in Italy, often associated with cultural heritage and religious significance.
Famous People
Biagio Antonacci, an Italian singer-songwriter, Biagio Marini, an Italian composer and violinist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Biagio"
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 "Biagio"
"Biagio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1574th of 7545 | 357 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2498th of 6773 | 170 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3786th of 7552 | 82 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3586th of 10718 | 132 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5860th of 16616 | 110 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7781st of 24088 | 135 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10456th of 23106 | 68 |
Regional Popularity of "Biagio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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38.80% 535th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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47.43% 738th/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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57.49% 1397th/2430 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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46.83% 1631st/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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83.98% 3768th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Biagio" 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 "Biagio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Biagio" 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.