Lupita Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lupita is a Spanish name derived from Guadalupe, meaning 'little wolf.' Its evolution traces from Guadalupe to its diminutive form, Lupita. The name is associated with affection and cultural significance, particularly in Mexico. It is not biblically referenced, but has gained popularity in modern times, often linked to notable figures like Lupita Nyong'o.
The name Lupita 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, Lupita has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling 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, 'Lupita' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4096th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2199th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1720th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1998th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1752nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1713th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2503rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lupita' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lupita"
Pronunciation
/luˈpita/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Lupita is a diminutive form of the name Guadalupe, which is derived from the Spanish place name and is thought to mean 'river of the wolf' from the Arabic 'Wadi al-Lub' and the Latin 'lupus' meaning wolf.
Meaning
little wolf
Language Evolution
Guadalupe, Lupita
Historical Usage
Lupita gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world, particularly in Mexico, as a term of endearment and a given name from the mid-20th century onwards.
Variants & Derivatives
Lupe, Guadalupe
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Lupita is often associated with warmth, affection, and cultural heritage, particularly among Hispanic communities.
Famous People
Lupita Nyong'o, Lupita D'Alessio
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lupita"
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 "Lupita"
"Lupita" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4096th of 9107 | 88 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2199th of 9204 | 274 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1720th of 12526 | 714 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1998th of 19264 | 695 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1752nd of 27321 | 1,216 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1713th of 35406 | 1,871 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2503rd of 30306 | 862 |
Regional Popularity of "Lupita" 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 "Lupita" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
83.27% 951st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
46.41% 1092nd/2353 |
58.63% 907th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
36.63% 1045th/2853 |
31.42% 872nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- |
37.12% 1306th/3518 |
22.45% 908th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
54.06% 1992nd/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
30.88% 1604th/5194 |
14.31% 904th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
44.30% 2030th/4582 |
65.72% 3394th/5164 |
24.65% 1803rd/7313 |
13.36% 997th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
63.40% 2526th/3984 |
- |
36.38% 2482nd/6822 |
23.71% 1488th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lupita"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lupita" 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.