Narciso Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Narciso is a name of Greek origin meaning 'numbness' or 'sleep'. It evolved from Narkissos in Ancient Greek to Narcissus in Latin, and eventually to Narciso in modern languages. The name is tied to themes of beauty and self-admiration, stemming from the myth of Narcissus. It does not have a biblical context, but it has been popular since the Renaissance. Variants include Narcisse and Narcisa, and it is viewed positively today, often associated with romantic and poetic imagery.
The name Narciso is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South 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, Narciso has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Narciso' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2142nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1518th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1659th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1940th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2697th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5368th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9892nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Narciso' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Narciso"
Pronunciation
/nɑˈrsiːzoʊ/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Narciso is derived from the Greek word 'narkao' which means 'to be numb' or 'to be inactive'. It is often associated with the myth of Narcissus, a character who fell in love with his own reflection.
Meaning
Numbness, sleep
Language Evolution
Narkissos (Ancient Greek), Narcissus (Latin), Narciso (Spanish/Italian)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the Renaissance, influenced by the classical revival of interest in Greek myths and literature.
Variants & Derivatives
Narcisse (French), Narcisa (feminine variant), Narcis (Catalan), Narcisso (Italian)
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Narciso is often associated with beauty and self-love, commonly linked to the mythological figure. It carries a somewhat poetic or romantic connotation.
Famous People
Narciso Rodríguez, an American fashion designer, Narciso de Jesús, a notable figure in Latin American literature
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Narciso"
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 "Narciso"
"Narciso" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2142nd of 7545 | 227 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1518th of 6773 | 384 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1659th of 7552 | 421 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1940th of 10718 | 361 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2697th of 16616 | 363 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5368th of 24088 | 236 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9892nd of 23106 | 76 |
Regional Popularity of "Narciso" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
44.80% 1060th/2366 |
81.87% 935th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
37.10% 873rd/2353 |
62.51% 967th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
63.42% 1541st/2430 |
33.19% 947th/2853 |
45.55% 1264th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
31.55% 1110th/3518 |
30.09% 1217th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- |
35.12% 1824th/5194 |
26.37% 1666th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
53.40% 3905th/7313 |
37.83% 2823rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Narciso" 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 "Narciso"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Narciso" 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.