Pasquale Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Pasquale is an Italian name originating from the Latin 'paschalis', meaning related to Easter. The name has evolved through history from the Latin form to its modern Italian usage. It represents themes of renewal and celebration associated with Easter, though it does not have direct biblical connections. The name saw popularity in Italy during the Middle Ages and is currently viewed as a symbol of Italian culture.
The name Pasquale is most popular in Connecticut, 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, Pasquale 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, 'Pasquale' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 389th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 542nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 805th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 939th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1739th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3750th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5469th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Pasquale' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Pasquale"
Pronunciation
/pɑˈskwɑːleɪ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Pasquale is derived from the Latin 'paschalis', meaning 'relating to Easter'. It is related to the Hebrew word 'Pesach', which signifies the Passover.
Meaning
Easter
Language Evolution
Paschalis (Latin), Pasquale (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name Pasquale gained popularity in Italy during the Middle Ages, particularly in regions celebrating Easter traditions.
Variants & Derivatives
Pasquali, Pasqualino, Pascual (Spanish), Pasquale (French)
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Pasquale is seen as a traditional and culturally rich name, often associated with Italian heritage and family values.
Famous People
Pasquale Anselmo, an Italian tenor, Pasquale De Meo, an Italian politician, Pasquale Iannetti, an Italian neuroscientist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Pasquale"
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 "Pasquale"
"Pasquale" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 389th of 7545 | 3,784 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 542nd of 6773 | 2,211 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 805th of 7552 | 1,596 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 939th of 10718 | 1,191 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1739th of 16616 | 686 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3750th of 24088 | 395 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5469th of 23106 | 201 |
Regional Popularity of "Pasquale" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
44.14% 625th/1416 |
10.08% 139th/1379 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
51.88% 802nd/1546 |
12.40% 193rd/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
63.27% 1409th/2227 |
13.33% 324th/2430 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
42.19% 1239th/2937 |
11.37% 396th/3483 |
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49.95% 2020th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
50.39% 1857th/3685 |
14.99% 671st/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
28.39% 1466th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
57.32% 2572nd/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Pasquale" 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 "Pasquale"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Pasquale" 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.