Fortunato Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Fortunato is a name of Latin origin meaning 'fortunate' or 'lucky'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Fortunatus in Latin and has variants like Fortuna. The name carries traits of luck and prosperity, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Roman Empire and in medieval times, and while it is less common today, it retains a classic appeal.
The name Fortunato is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Fortunato 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, 'Fortunato' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2027th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2228th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2916th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3550th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6202nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12672nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18083rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Fortunato' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Fortunato"
Pronunciation
/forˈtuːnətoʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Fortunato derives from the Latin word 'fortuna', meaning 'fortune' or 'luck'. It was often given with the hope that the bearer would have a fortunate life.
Meaning
fortunate, lucky
Language Evolution
Fortunatus (Latin), Fortunato (Italian), Fortunato (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name Fortunato has been used since the Roman Empire and gained popularity in various cultures, especially in Italy and Spain, during the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Fortunatus, Fortuna, Fortunat
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Fortunato is seen as a traditional name with a positive connotation associated with luck and prosperity. It is less common today but retains a classic charm.
Famous People
Fortunato Depero, an Italian Futurist artist, Fortunato F. R. M. V. Fabbri, an Italian politician
📊 Fortunato Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 24 peak births in 1922
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 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 "Fortunato"
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 "Fortunato"
"Fortunato" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2027th of 7545 | 249 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2228th of 6773 | 206 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2916th of 7552 | 151 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3550th of 10718 | 135 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6202nd of 16616 | 99 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12672nd of 24088 | 50 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 18083rd of 23106 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Fortunato" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
59.17% 816th/1379 |
72.95% 1726th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
64.20% 999th/1556 |
60.56% 1425th/2353 |
73.11% 1131st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
57.17% 1631st/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
60.24% 2098th/3483 |
55.91% 1967th/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Fortunato" 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 "Fortunato"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Fortunato" 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.