Gavino Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gavino is an Italian/Spanish name derived from the Latin 'Gabinus', meaning a bringer of good news. It evolved through historical forms such as 'Gabinus' and 'Gavinus'. The name is linked to Christian traditions and has strong cultural significance, particularly in Italy and Spain. It does not have a biblical relevance. Gavino has maintained its traditional appeal and is associated with nobility and virtue, with notable figures contributing to its legacy.
The name Gavino is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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, Gavino has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Gavino' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3484th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2935th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2810th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2619th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2709th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3178th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4143rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Gavino' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gavino"
Pronunciation
/ɡaˈviːnoʊ/
Origin
Italian/Spanish
Etymology
The name Gavino is derived from the Latin name 'Gabinus', which is thought to be connected to the Latin word 'gaba', meaning 'to bring forth' or 'to produce'.
Meaning
A bringer of good news.
Language Evolution
Gabinus, Gavinus, Gavino
Historical Usage
Gavino gained popularity in the early medieval period, particularly among Christian communities in Italy and Spain, as it is associated with Saint Gabinus.
Variants & Derivatives
Gavin, Gavino, Gavinus
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Gavino is considered a traditional name with a strong cultural heritage, often associated with nobility and virtue.
Famous People
Gavino Sanna - Italian artist, Gavino Piras - Italian politician
📊 Gavino Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 43 peak births in 2008
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 "Gavino"
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 "Gavino"
"Gavino" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3484th of 7545 | 88 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2935th of 6773 | 123 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2810th of 7552 | 163 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2619th of 10718 | 225 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2709th of 16616 | 359 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3178th of 24088 | 505 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4143rd of 23106 | 299 |
Regional Popularity of "Gavino" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
74.26% 1757th/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
66.60% 1567th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
49.77% 1420th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
36.73% 1292nd/3518 |
39.59% 1601st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
29.57% 1536th/5194 |
28.53% 1802nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
28.03% 2050th/7313 |
26.21% 1956th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
- |
40.99% 2796th/6822 |
35.33% 2217th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Gavino" 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 "Gavino"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gavino" 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.