Horatio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Horatio has its roots in Latin, meaning 'time.' It evolved from the Latin 'Horatius' and gained prominence through literary references, particularly in the works of Shakespeare. The name is associated with traits of intelligence and refinement, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Horatio"
Pronunciation
/həˈreɪʃioʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Horatio is derived from the Latin name 'Horatius,' which is believed to be derived from the Latin word 'hora,' meaning 'time' or 'hour.' The name is often associated with the Roman gens (clan) Horatia.
Meaning
time
Language Evolution
Horatius (Latin), Horatio (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Renaissance, largely influenced by the works of William Shakespeare, particularly through the character Horatio in 'Hamlet.'
Variants & Derivatives
Rory, Harry, Hori
Modern Popularity & Image
Horatio is perceived as a classic and somewhat literary name, evoking a sense of intelligence and refinement.
Famous People
Horatio Nelson, British naval commander, Horatio Alger, American author, Horatio Hornblower, fictional character in a series of novels
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Horatio Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 40 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 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 "Horatio"
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 "Horatio"
"Horatio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1901st of 7545 | 273 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3001st of 6773 | 117 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2824th of 7552 | 161 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2581st of 10718 | 230 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4364th of 16616 | 177 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5054th of 24088 | 257 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7547th of 23106 | 123 |
Regional Popularity of "Horatio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
78.61% 1084th/1379 |
90.19% 2134th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
64.77% 1574th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
50.91% 3723rd/7313 |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Horatio" 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 "Horatio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Horatio" 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 "Horatio" in the United States
The name Horatio 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, Horatio 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, 'Horatio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1901st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3001st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2824th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2581st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4364th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5054th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7547th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Horatio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.