Nunzio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nunzio is an Italian name that means 'messenger' and originates from the Latin word 'nuntius.' It has evolved through various forms in the Italian language. The name carries a sense of tradition and is linked to Christian themes, although it does not have a direct biblical association. It gained popularity in Italy during the Middle Ages and remains a name reflecting Italian heritage today.
The name Nunzio is most popular in New York, 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, Nunzio has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Nunzio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 956th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1423rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2357th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3601st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6951st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10439th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9776th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Nunzio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nunzio"
Pronunciation
/ˈnʌn.tsi.oʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Nunzio is derived from the Latin 'nuntius,' meaning 'messenger.' It is often associated with the concept of delivering messages or news.
Meaning
messenger
Language Evolution
Nuntius (Latin), Nuntio (Italian), Nunzio (Italian)
Historical Usage
Nunzio has been used in Italy since the Middle Ages, particularly among the Catholic population, as it was often given to boys born on the feast day of St. Nunzio.
Variants & Derivatives
Nunz, Nuncio
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Nunzio is less common but retains a traditional and cultural significance, often associated with Italian heritage.
Famous People
Nunzio Galantino, an Italian bishop and politician, Nunzio Scolaro, an Italian-American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nunzio"
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 "Nunzio"
"Nunzio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 956th of 7545 | 818 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1423rd of 6773 | 422 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2357th of 7552 | 226 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3601st of 10718 | 131 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6951st of 16616 | 79 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10439th of 24088 | 78 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9776th of 23106 | 78 |
Regional Popularity of "Nunzio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
70.27% 995th/1416 |
26.03% 359th/1379 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
33.03% 514th/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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36.79% 894th/2430 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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44.50% 1550th/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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63.49% 2841st/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Nunzio" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Nunzio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nunzio" 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.