Tito Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tito originates from the Latin name Titus, meaning 'title of honor.' It has evolved from Titus to Tito through various linguistic transitions. The name conveys traits of warmth and friendliness. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Tito is most popular in New Mexico, 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. From 2020-2022, Tito has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled 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, 'Tito' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2618th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1753rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1586th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1117th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1683rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2959th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4457th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tito' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tito"
Pronunciation
/ˈtiːtoʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Tito is derived from the Latin name 'Titus,' which may be related to the Latin word 'titus' meaning 'title of honor.'
Meaning
title of honor
Language Evolution
Titus, Tito
Historical Usage
The name Tito gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Italy and among Spanish-speaking communities, due to its association with historical and cultural figures.
Variants & Derivatives
Titus, Titi, Titoo
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Tito is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and familiarity.
Famous People
Tito Puente, the American musician known as the 'King of Mambo.', Josip Broz Tito, the former Yugoslav leader.
📊 Tito Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 99 peak births in 1974
Geographic Spread
Popular across 16 US states, with strongest presence in New Mexico
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 "Tito"
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 "Tito"
"Tito" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2618th of 7545 | 157 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1753rd of 6773 | 308 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1586th of 7552 | 466 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1117th of 10718 | 868 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1683rd of 16616 | 721 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2959th of 24088 | 559 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4457th of 23106 | 271 |
Regional Popularity of "Tito" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
89.52% 2118th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
75.26% 1171st/1556 |
57.54% 1354th/2353 |
47.96% 742nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
41.73% 1014th/2430 |
42.62% 1216th/2853 |
36.72% 1019th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
38.64% 1135th/2937 |
27.56% 960th/3483 |
28.97% 1019th/3518 |
26.38% 1067th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
31.17% 1395th/4475 |
31.54% 1638th/5194 |
19.68% 1243rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
52.17% 2694th/5164 |
34.94% 2555th/7313 |
32.79% 2447th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
54.40% 3711th/6822 |
52.15% 3273rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Tito" 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 "Tito"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tito" 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.