Faustino Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Faustino has Latin origins, derived from 'Faustus,' which means fortunate or lucky. It has evolved through various historical forms, including Faustus and Faustinus. The name is characterized by its positive meaning and has biblical relevance in terms of its association with fortunate traits. Faustino has maintained its popularity through various cultures, particularly in Italian and Spanish contexts, and is associated with several notable individuals.
The name Faustino is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent 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, Faustino has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Faustino' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1438th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1257th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1329th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1479th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1661st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2648th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4613th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Faustino' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Faustino"
Pronunciation
/fawˈstiːnoʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Faustino is derived from the Latin name 'Faustus,' which means 'fortunate' or 'lucky.' The suffix '-ino' is a diminutive form in Italian and Spanish, indicating affection or smallness.
Meaning
fortunate, lucky
Language Evolution
Faustus, Faustinus, Faustino
Historical Usage
The name Faustino has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italian and Spanish contexts. It gained popularity in the early Christian era and has remained in use, often associated with saints and religious figures.
Variants & Derivatives
Fausto, Faust, Fauzio
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Faustino is perceived as a traditional name with a strong historical and cultural significance, often associated with positive traits such as luck and fortune.
Famous People
Faustino Asprilla, Colombian footballer, Faustino Sarmiento, Argentine statesman and educator
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Faustino"
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 "Faustino"
"Faustino" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1438th of 7545 | 408 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1257th of 6773 | 553 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1329th of 7552 | 644 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1479th of 10718 | 553 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1661st of 16616 | 730 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2648th of 24088 | 652 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4613th of 23106 | 257 |
Regional Popularity of "Faustino" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
33.26% 787th/2366 |
55.52% 634th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
31.96% 752nd/2353 |
41.31% 639th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
56.95% 1384th/2430 |
29.37% 838th/2853 |
30.38% 843rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- |
26.35% 927th/3518 |
22.85% 924th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
45.05% 1660th/3685 |
- |
23.53% 1222nd/5194 |
15.36% 970th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
27.55% 2015th/7313 |
20.82% 1554th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
48.68% 3321st/6822 |
40.89% 2566th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Faustino" 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 "Faustino"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Faustino" 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.