Lluvia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lluvia is a Spanish name meaning 'rain', derived from the Latin 'pluvia'. It has evolved through Latin into modern Spanish. The name is associated with nature and tranquility, with no biblical significance. Its popularity grew in the 20th century, and it is viewed favorably today.
The name Lluvia is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lluvia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lluvia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8845th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3649th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1580th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2121st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lluvia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lluvia"
Pronunciation
/ˈluːvjə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Lluvia originates from the Spanish word for 'rain'. It is derived from the Latin word 'pluvia', which also means rain.
Meaning
rain
Language Evolution
Pluvia (Latin), Lluvia (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Lluvia gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, often used as a poetic and nature-inspired name, particularly in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Lluviana, Lluviett
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lluvia is perceived as a unique and nature-inspired name, often associated with tranquility and renewal.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lluvia"
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 "Lluvia"
"Lluvia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8845th of 19264 | 61 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3649th of 27321 | 428 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1580th of 35406 | 2,074 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2121st of 30306 | 1,069 |
Regional Popularity of "Lluvia" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lluvia" 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) |
- | - |
76.78% 2701st/3518 |
83.90% 3393rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
37.04% 1924th/5194 |
30.32% 1915th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.28% 2258th/4582 |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
19.79% 1447th/7313 |
13.17% 983rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
73.62% 2933rd/3984 |
- |
31.11% 2122nd/6822 |
20.73% 1301st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lluvia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lluvia" 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.