Lupe Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lupe is a Spanish name that means 'wolf,' deriving from the Latin word 'Lupus.' It has evolved through various forms in different languages and gained popularity due to cultural and religious significance. The name is often associated with strength and resilience, and it lacks direct biblical relevance. Notable figures with this name include Lupe Fiasco and Lupe Ontiveros.
The name Lupe is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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. 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, Lupe has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lupe' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 852nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 569th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 753rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1270th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3064th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8253rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14070th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 429th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 353rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 571st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1068th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2616th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7473rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12951st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lupe' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lupe"
Pronunciation
/ˈluːpeɪ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Lupe is derived from the Spanish word 'lobo,' meaning 'wolf.' It is often associated with the Virgin of Guadalupe, a significant figure in Mexican culture.
Meaning
wolf
Language Evolution
Lupus (Latin), Lupo (Italian), Lupus (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world, especially in Mexico, due to the veneration of the Virgin of Guadalupe from the 16th century onwards.
Variants & Derivatives
Lupita, Lu, Lupeita
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lupe is perceived as a traditional yet vibrant name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Lupe Fiasco, an American rapper and songwriter, Lupe Ontiveros, an American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lupe"
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 "Lupe"
"Lupe" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 852nd of 7545 | 1,014 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 569th of 6773 | 2,009 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 753rd of 7552 | 1,819 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1270th of 10718 | 709 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3064th of 16616 | 298 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8253rd of 24088 | 122 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 14070th of 23106 | 33 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 429th of 9107 | 4,269 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 353rd of 9204 | 6,454 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 571st of 12526 | 4,960 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1068th of 19264 | 1,819 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2616th of 27321 | 689 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7473rd of 35406 | 241 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12951st of 30306 | 75 |
Regional Popularity of "Lupe" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
- |
23.92% 566th/2366 |
26.88% 307th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
65.59% 1014th/1546 |
- |
17.93% 422nd/2353 |
18.88% 292nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
19.52% 557th/2853 |
19.28% 535th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
22.83% 803rd/3518 |
21.39% 865th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
29.51% 1533rd/5194 |
31.33% 1979th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
54.75% 4004th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lupe" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
50.71% 718th/1416 |
- |
16.86% 399th/2366 |
11.21% 128th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
43.40% 671st/1546 |
- |
14.36% 338th/2353 |
8.79% 136th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
54.78% 1220th/2227 |
- |
17.84% 509th/2853 |
10.59% 294th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
57.24% 1681st/2937 |
- |
28.77% 1012th/3518 |
12.54% 507th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
79.76% 2939th/3685 |
- |
47.67% 2476th/5194 |
19.06% 1204th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
39.58% 2954th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lupe"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lupe" 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.