Epifanio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Epifanio is a name of Greek origin, derived from 'Epiphanios', meaning 'to manifest'. It evolved through Latin and other languages before settling into its current forms in Spanish and Italian. The name has a strong biblical relevance, associated with saints and religious traditions. It reflects a sense of revelation and is connected to the Christian feast of the Epiphany.
The name Epifanio is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation 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, Epifanio has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Epifanio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1558th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1401st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1733rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2149th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3351st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6987th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10747th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Epifanio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Epifanio"
Pronunciation
/ˌɛpɪˈfænioʊ/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Epifanio is derived from the Greek name 'Epiphanios', meaning 'to manifest' or 'to reveal'. It is often associated with the Christian feast of the Epiphany, which celebrates the revelation of Christ to the Gentiles.
Meaning
manifestation, revelation
Language Evolution
Epiphanios (Ancient Greek), Epifanius (Latin), Epifanio (Spanish/Italian)
Biblical Background
The name is associated with several saints, including Saint Epiphanius, a bishop of Salamis, who is known for his writings against heresies.
Historical Usage
Epifanio gained popularity in the Christian tradition, particularly in regions influenced by the Latin and Greek churches. Its usage increased during the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Epifanius, Epifania, Epi
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Epifanio is less common but is still used in Spanish-speaking countries, often perceived as traditional and connected to religious heritage.
Famous People
Epifanio de los Santos, a Filipino historian and writer., Saint Epiphanius of Salamis, an early Church Father.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Epifanio"
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 "Epifanio"
"Epifanio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1558th of 7545 | 363 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1401st of 6773 | 432 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1733rd of 7552 | 389 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2149th of 10718 | 306 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3351st of 16616 | 263 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6987th of 24088 | 159 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10747th of 23106 | 64 |
Regional Popularity of "Epifanio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
38.50% 911th/2366 |
48.07% 549th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
36.29% 854th/2353 |
42.99% 665th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
59.55% 1447th/2430 |
35.26% 1006th/2853 |
47.24% 1311th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
53.89% 1877th/3483 |
35.79% 1259th/3518 |
33.58% 1358th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
37.58% 1952nd/5194 |
40.18% 2538th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
57.95% 4238th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Epifanio" 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 "Epifanio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Epifanio" 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.