Fausto Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Fausto is an Italian name that originates from the Latin 'Faustus', meaning fortunate or auspicious. It has evolved through historical forms such as Faustus and has gained popularity in Italy during the Renaissance. The name is associated with positive traits and lacks biblical relevance. Today, Fausto is seen as a classic name linked to notable figures in the arts.
The name Fausto is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Fausto 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, 'Fausto' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3402nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2434th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2245th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1832nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1592nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2317th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3471st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Fausto' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Fausto"
Pronunciation
/ˈfaʊstoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Fausto is derived from the Latin name 'Faustus', which means 'fortunate' or 'auspicious'.
Meaning
fortunate, auspicious
Language Evolution
Faustus, Fausto
Historical Usage
The name Fausto gained popularity in Italy during the Renaissance period, reflecting a revival of classical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Fausta, Faustino
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Fausto is viewed as a traditional yet sophisticated name, often associated with artistic and literary figures.
Famous People
Fausto Coppi - an Italian professional road racing cyclist., Fausto Melotti - an Italian sculptor and painter.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Fausto"
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 "Fausto"
"Fausto" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3402nd of 7545 | 94 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2434th of 6773 | 178 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2245th of 7552 | 248 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1832nd of 10718 | 390 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1592nd of 16616 | 786 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2317th of 24088 | 803 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3471st of 23106 | 386 |
Regional Popularity of "Fausto" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
78.86% 1227th/1556 |
64.56% 1519th/2353 |
64.71% 1001st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
49.98% 1426th/2853 |
42.99% 1193rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
34.05% 1186th/3483 |
57.82% 2034th/3518 |
23.24% 940th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
23.80% 1065th/4475 |
30.32% 1575th/5194 |
13.96% 882nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
44.13% 2279th/5164 |
28.22% 2064th/7313 |
17.86% 1333rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
39.23% 2676th/6822 |
30.16% 1893rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Fausto" 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 "Fausto"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Fausto" 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.