Polo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Polo originates from Italian and is derived from the Latin name Paulus, meaning small or humble. It evolved from Paulus to Polo and is recognized in modern language. The name gained prominence in the late 13th century, primarily due to the explorer Marco Polo. It carries connotations of adventure and exploration today and has variants like Paolo and Paul. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Polo"
Pronunciation
/ˈpoʊloʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Polo is derived from the Italian surname 'Polo', which itself comes from the Latin name 'Paulus', meaning 'small' or 'humble'.
Meaning
small, humble
Language Evolution
Paulus (Latin), Polo (Italian), Polo (English)
Historical Usage
The name Polo gained popularity in the late 13th century due to the famous Venetian explorer Marco Polo, whose travels were documented and widely disseminated.
Variants & Derivatives
Paolo, Paul, Paule
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Polo is associated with adventure and exploration, largely due to its historical connections.
Famous People
Marco Polo, Polo G
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 21 peak births in 2001
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Polo"
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 "Polo"
"Polo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4493rd of 7545 | 45 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4497th of 6773 | 38 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4637th of 7552 | 44 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5577th of 16616 | 120 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5844th of 24088 | 208 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7308th of 23106 | 129 |
Regional Popularity of "Polo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
75.44% 1785th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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77.71% 2217th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
48.01% 3033rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
53.40% 3905th/7313 |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
69.39% 4734th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Polo" 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 "Polo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Polo" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Polo" in the United States
The name Polo is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. 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, Polo has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Polo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4493rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4497th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4637th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5577th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5844th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7308th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Polo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.