Pascual Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Pascual is a name of Latin origin meaning 'Easter', derived from 'Paschalis'. It has evolved through various forms in different languages and is traditionally associated with the Christian celebration of Easter. Although it does not have a biblical background, it has gained popularity in the Christian tradition, especially in Spanish-speaking cultures. The name is viewed as traditional and carries significant cultural weight, with notable figures bearing the name.
The name Pascual is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy 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. From 2020-2022, Pascual 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, 'Pascual' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1664th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1571st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1664th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1887th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1917th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2921st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3587th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Pascual' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Pascual"
Pronunciation
/pɑˈskwɑl/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Pascual derives from the Latin name 'Paschalis', which means 'of Easter' or 'relating to Passover'. It is derived from 'pascha', the Latin form of the Hebrew word 'Pesach'.
Meaning
Easter
Language Evolution
Paschalis (Latin), Pascual (Spanish), Pasqual (Italian), Pasquale (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name Pascual became popular in the Christian context due to its association with Easter celebrations and has been widely used in Spanish-speaking countries since the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Pascale, Pasquale, Pascal
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Pascual is perceived as a traditional and culturally significant name in Spanish-speaking countries, often associated with religious significance and familial heritage.
Famous People
Pascual Jordan, a physicist known for his work in quantum mechanics., Pascual Orozco, a Mexican revolutionary leader.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Pascual"
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 "Pascual"
"Pascual" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1664th of 7545 | 331 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1571st of 6773 | 364 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1664th of 7552 | 419 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1887th of 10718 | 372 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1917th of 16616 | 589 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2921st of 24088 | 569 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3587th of 23106 | 372 |
Regional Popularity of "Pascual" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
37.62% 890th/2366 |
45.62% 521st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
39.91% 939th/2353 |
47.96% 742nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
35.82% 1022nd/2853 |
38.70% 1074th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
44.27% 1542nd/3483 |
37.01% 1302nd/3518 |
25.94% 1049th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
63.49% 2841st/4475 |
28.76% 1494th/5194 |
16.75% 1058th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
30.04% 2197th/7313 |
28.57% 2132nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
76.51% 3048th/3984 |
- |
41.78% 2850th/6822 |
48.45% 3041st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Pascual" 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 "Pascual"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Pascual" 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.