Sanjuanita Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sanjuanita is a diminutive Spanish name deriving from San Juan, meaning 'Little Saint John'. It evolved from the name San Juan and is linked to significant biblical figures. The name reflects traits of affection and devotion, particularly within religious contexts. Its popularity has been shaped by cultural traditions in Spanish-speaking regions.
The name Sanjuanita is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. 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, Sanjuanita has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Sanjuanita' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5456th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1141st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1495th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3047th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7788th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sanjuanita' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sanjuanita"
Pronunciation
/sænˌhwɑːˈniːtə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Sanjuanita is a diminutive form of the name San Juan, which means 'Saint John' in Spanish. The name combines 'San', meaning 'Saint', and 'Juan', the Spanish form of John.
Meaning
Little Saint John
Language Evolution
San Juan, San Juanita
Biblical Background
The name John has significant biblical relevance, being associated with several important figures in the Bible, including John the Baptist and the Apostle John.
Historical Usage
Sanjuanita gained popularity in Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly in the context of religious naming traditions, where diminutive forms of names are commonly used.
Variants & Derivatives
Juanita, San Juan, Juana
Modern Popularity & Image
Sanjuanita is perceived as a charming and affectionate name, often associated with warmth and devotion, particularly within religious communities.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sanjuanita"
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 "Sanjuanita"
"Sanjuanita" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5456th of 9204 | 42 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1141st of 12526 | 1,559 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1495th of 19264 | 1,091 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3047th of 27321 | 550 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7788th of 35406 | 228 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Sanjuanita" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Sanjuanita" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
66.98% 1576th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
20.72% 591st/2853 |
85.12% 2362nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
20.55% 723rd/3518 |
64.61% 2613th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
23.16% 1203rd/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
35.35% 2585th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Sanjuanita"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sanjuanita" 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.