Primo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Primo is derived from the Latin word 'prīmus', meaning 'first'. It has evolved through various languages, maintaining its original meaning. The name is often associated with qualities of leadership and superiority. It does not have biblical relevance, but it has seen a rise in popularity in modern naming trends, particularly in Italian and Spanish cultures.
The name Primo is most popular in Massachusetts, 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, Primo has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, 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 West. Across generations, 'Primo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1791st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2606th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3375th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5127th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8789th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8451st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10052nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Primo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Primo"
Pronunciation
/ˈpriːmoʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Primo comes from the Latin word 'prīmus', meaning 'first'. It was often used in contexts denoting order or rank.
Meaning
first
Language Evolution
Prīmus (Latin), Primo (Italian, Spanish), Primo (English)
Historical Usage
Primo has been used as a first name primarily in Italian and Spanish-speaking cultures, gaining popularity in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Primus, Primos
Modern Popularity & Image
Primo is perceived as a unique and strong name, often associated with leadership and excellence.
Famous People
Primo Levi, an Italian Jewish writer and chemist., Primo Carnera, an Italian heavyweight boxing champion.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Primo"
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 "Primo"
"Primo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1791st of 7545 | 296 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2606th of 6773 | 158 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3375th of 7552 | 110 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5127th of 10718 | 63 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8789th of 16616 | 46 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8451st of 24088 | 117 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10052nd of 23106 | 74 |
Regional Popularity of "Primo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
68.09% 939th/1379 |
- |
73.29% 837th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
75.26% 1171st/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
48.18% 1337th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Primo" 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 "Primo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Primo" 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.