Cicero Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Cicero originates from Latin, meaning 'chickpea'. It has evolved through various languages including Old French and Italian. The name is strongly associated with Marcus Tullius Cicero, a prominent Roman figure known for his oratory and philosophical works. While it does not have biblical relevance, it carries traits of intelligence and eloquence. The name gained historical popularity in ancient Rome and continues to be recognized today.
The name Cicero is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Cicero has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Cicero' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1194th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1757th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2645th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4771st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11609th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18390th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16116th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Cicero' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cicero"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪsəroʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Cicero is derived from the Latin word 'cicer', which means 'chickpea'. It is believed to have originated as a nickname for a person with some association to chickpeas.
Meaning
chickpea
Language Evolution
Cicero (Latin), Ciceron (Old French), Cicerone (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name Cicero became popular due to the Roman statesman and philosopher Marcus Tullius Cicero, who lived from 106 to 43 BC. His writings and speeches have had a significant impact on the Latin language and Western thought.
Variants & Derivatives
Ciceron, Cicerone, Cicero
Modern Popularity & Image
Cicero is often viewed as a name associated with intellect and eloquence, largely due to the historical figure's contributions to philosophy and rhetoric.
Famous People
Marcus Tullius Cicero, Cicero Estrella
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cicero"
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 "Cicero"
"Cicero" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1194th of 7545 | 567 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1757th of 6773 | 307 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2645th of 7552 | 183 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4771st of 10718 | 74 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11609th of 16616 | 21 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 18390th of 24088 | 16 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16116th of 23106 | 22 |
Regional Popularity of "Cicero" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
33.85% 801st/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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56.74% 1335th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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73.64% 2101st/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cicero" 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 "Cicero"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cicero" 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.