Rumaldo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rumaldo is a Spanish name with Germanic roots that means 'famous ruler'. It evolved from the name Rūmwald and has historical significance in the Middle Ages. The name is linked to nobility and carries a traditional image, though it is less commonly used today. There are variants such as Ramaldo and Romaldo, and it is not associated with biblical figures.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rumaldo"
Pronunciation
/ruˈmɑːl.doʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Rumaldo is derived from the Germanic name Rūmwald, which combines the elements 'hrōd' meaning 'fame' and 'wald' meaning 'rule'.
Meaning
famous ruler
Language Evolution
Rūmwald, Rumaldo
Historical Usage
Rumaldo gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in the Middle Ages, and has been used in religious contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Ramaldo, Romaldo, Rudy
Modern Popularity & Image
Rumaldo is considered a traditional name, often associated with nobility and historical significance, but it is not widely used in contemporary times.
Famous People
Rumaldo de la Cerda - a notable figure in Spanish literature.
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✨ Rumaldo Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 17 peak births in 1950
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 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 "Rumaldo"
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 "Rumaldo"
"Rumaldo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3587th of 7545 | 82 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2687th of 6773 | 148 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2481st of 7552 | 206 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3381st of 10718 | 147 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5393rd of 16616 | 128 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11350th of 24088 | 65 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Rumaldo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
84.53% 2000th/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
56.18% 1322nd/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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39.78% 1135th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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37.27% 1311th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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56.72% 2946th/5194 |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rumaldo" 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 "Rumaldo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rumaldo" 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 "Rumaldo" in the United States
The name Rumaldo is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers 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, Rumaldo 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, 'Rumaldo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3587th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2687th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2481st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3381st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5393rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11350th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Rumaldo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.