Renzo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Renzo is an Italian name that means 'crowned with laurel,' originating from the Latin Laurentius. It evolved through historical forms such as Lorenzo and has a modern perception of style and charm. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, but it gained popularity during the Renaissance period. Notable individuals with this name include architect Renzo Piano and television host Renzo Arbore.
The name Renzo is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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, Renzo has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling 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, 'Renzo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3689th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4794th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5438th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4482nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3624th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2201st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1624th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Renzo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Renzo"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɛnzoʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Renzo is derived from the Italian name Lorenzo, which comes from the Latin name Laurentius, meaning 'from Laurentum.'
Meaning
Crowned with laurel.
Language Evolution
Laurentius (Latin), Lorenzo (Italian), Renzo (diminutive form of Lorenzo)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Italy during the Renaissance period and has remained in use throughout the centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Renzo, Lorenzo, Renatino
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Renzo is viewed as a stylish and modern name, often associated with creativity and charm.
Famous People
Renzo Piano, an acclaimed Italian architect., Renzo Arbore, a well-known Italian television host and musician.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Renzo"
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 "Renzo"
"Renzo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3689th of 7545 | 78 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4794th of 6773 | 29 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5438th of 7552 | 24 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4482nd of 10718 | 85 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3624th of 16616 | 233 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2201st of 24088 | 873 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1624th of 23106 | 1,219 |
Regional Popularity of "Renzo" 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) |
- |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
55.06% 2464th/4475 |
45.98% 2388th/5194 |
41.82% 2642nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
43.94% 2269th/5164 |
24.15% 1766th/7313 |
21.29% 1589th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
63.55% 2532nd/3984 |
35.26% 1582nd/4487 |
22.69% 1548th/6822 |
20.04% 1258th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Renzo" 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 "Renzo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Renzo" 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.