Reco Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Reco is derived from the Latin term 'recon,' meaning to recognize or recall. The name has evolved through different linguistic forms over time. It is associated with traits of creativity and modernity, and it gained traction in the 20th century. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
The name Reco is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Reco has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Reco' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4280th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1592nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2460th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5980th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12762nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Reco' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Reco"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɛkoʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Reco is derived from the Latin root 'recon,' which means to recognize or to recall. It has evolved over time with influences from various cultures.
Meaning
to recognize, recall
Language Evolution
Reco (Modern English), Recon (Latin), Recognitio (Medieval Latin)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in creative fields such as art and literature.
Variants & Derivatives
Rekko, Reko, Rec
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Reco is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and innovation.
Famous People
Reco McDaniel - American artist, Reco Wright - Influential writer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Reco"
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 "Reco"
"Reco" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4280th of 7552 | 57 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1592nd of 10718 | 485 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2460th of 16616 | 412 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5980th of 24088 | 200 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12762nd of 23106 | 43 |
Regional Popularity of "Reco" by Generation for Male 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) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
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26.72% 940th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
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41.97% 2180th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
63.95% 4677th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Reco" 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 "Reco"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Reco" 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.