Fortino Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Fortino is an Italian name that means strong or brave, originating from the Latin 'Fortinus.' The name has evolved through historical forms from Latin to modern Italian. It is associated with traits of strength and resilience, with no significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Fortino"
Pronunciation
/fɔːrˈtiːnoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Fortino is derived from the Latin name 'Fortinus,' which is a diminutive form of 'Fortis,' meaning brave or strong.
Meaning
strong, brave
Language Evolution
Fortis (Latin), Fortinus (Latin), Fortino (Italian)
Historical Usage
Fortino has been used in Italy and among Italian communities since the Middle Ages, gaining popularity as a given name due to its association with strength.
Variants & Derivatives
Fortunato, Fortuna, Forti
Modern Popularity & Image
Fortino is viewed positively, often associated with strength and resilience, and is relatively common in Italian-speaking regions.
Famous People
Fortino F. E. G. de la Cruz, a notable figure in the arts in the 20th century
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 20 peak births in 1994
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Fortino"
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 "Fortino"
"Fortino" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4108th of 7545 | 59 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3627th of 6773 | 76 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3415th of 7552 | 107 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4071st of 10718 | 104 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4003rd of 16616 | 201 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6231st of 24088 | 188 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11349th of 23106 | 57 |
Regional Popularity of "Fortino" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
73.42% 1737th/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
69.06% 1625th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
60.57% 1728th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
54.18% 1906th/3518 |
49.95% 2020th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
48.23% 2505th/5194 |
29.13% 1840th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
44.14% 3294th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Fortino" 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 "Fortino"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Fortino" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Fortino" in the United States
The name Fortino is most popular in Texas, 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, Fortino has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Fortino' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4108th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3627th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3415th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4071st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4003rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6231st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11349th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Fortino' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.