Rogelio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rogelio is a Spanish name that originates from the Old Germanic name Hrothgari, which means 'famous spear.' It has evolved through several historical forms, maintaining its roots in various cultures. The name is associated with traits of strength and fame. There is no direct biblical relevance. Its popularity grew in the 20th century, especially in Latin America, and it is viewed positively in modern contexts.
The name Rogelio is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rogelio has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling 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 female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Rogelio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1885th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 844th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 609th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 482nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 452nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 541st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 919th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14367th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14432nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Rogelio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rogelio"
Pronunciation
/roʊˈheɪlioʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Rogelio is derived from the Old Germanic name 'Hrothgari,' which is composed of the elements 'hroth' meaning fame and 'gari' meaning spear.
Meaning
Famous spear
Language Evolution
Hrothgari (Old Germanic), Rogerius (Latin), Rogelio (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Rogelio became popular in Spanish-speaking countries during the 20th century, particularly in Latin America.
Variants & Derivatives
Rogel, Roge, Rog
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rogelio is perceived as a traditional yet vibrant name with cultural significance in Spanish-speaking communities.
Famous People
Rogelio Martínez, Mexican professional football player, Rogelio Sosa, Argentine writer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rogelio"
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 "Rogelio"
"Rogelio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1885th of 7545 | 276 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 844th of 6773 | 1,037 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 609th of 7552 | 2,910 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 482nd of 10718 | 4,533 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 452nd of 16616 | 6,940 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 541st of 24088 | 7,138 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 919th of 23106 | 2,859 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14367th of 19264 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14432nd of 27321 | 44 |
Regional Popularity of "Rogelio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
37.91% 897th/2366 |
57.79% 660th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
- |
22.23% 523rd/2353 |
42.60% 659th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
47.60% 1060th/2227 |
42.35% 1029th/2430 |
15.07% 430th/2853 |
19.60% 544th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
22.54% 662nd/2937 |
26.70% 930th/3483 |
11.51% 405th/3518 |
8.75% 354th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
18.34% 676th/3685 |
23.55% 1054th/4475 |
8.07% 419th/5194 |
4.67% 295th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.50% 802nd/4582 |
35.86% 1852nd/5164 |
7.26% 531st/7313 |
5.13% 383rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.78% 1505th/3984 |
63.67% 2857th/4487 |
11.96% 816th/6822 |
10.77% 676th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Rogelio" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Rogelio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rogelio" 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.