Florencio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Florencio is a name of Latin origin meaning 'prosperous' or 'flourishing,' derived from 'Florentius.' It has evolved through various languages, including Old Italian and Spanish. The name reflects traits of vitality and growth, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries in Spanish-speaking regions and is perceived as classic today.
The name Florencio 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, Florencio 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, 'Florencio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1366th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1254th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1376th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1571st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2260th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4102nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6959th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Florencio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Florencio"
Pronunciation
/floˈɾensio/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Florencio is derived from the Latin name 'Florentius,' which means 'prosperous' or 'flourishing.' It is related to the Latin word 'flos,' meaning 'flower.'
Meaning
prosperous, flourishing
Language Evolution
Florentius (Latin), Florentio (Old Italian), Florencio (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Florencio gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries, as a traditional name reflecting a connection to nature and vitality.
Variants & Derivatives
Florent, Florencia, Florentia, Floren
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Florencio is perceived as a classic and somewhat formal name, often associated with positive qualities such as growth and beauty.
Famous People
Florencio Sánchez (Uruguayan playwright), Florencio Ruiz (Spanish politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Florencio"
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 "Florencio"
"Florencio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1366th of 7545 | 452 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1254th of 6773 | 558 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1376th of 7552 | 603 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1571st of 10718 | 494 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2260th of 16616 | 461 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4102nd of 24088 | 346 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6959th of 23106 | 139 |
Regional Popularity of "Florencio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
35.71% 845th/2366 |
38.18% 436th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
34.85% 820th/2353 |
32.26% 499th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
31.41% 896th/2853 |
32.07% 890th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- |
28.91% 1017th/3518 |
23.84% 964th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
28.90% 1501st/5194 |
20.61% 1302nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
39.59% 2895th/7313 |
35.40% 2642nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Florencio" 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 "Florencio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Florencio" 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.