Xiomara Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Xiomara has Spanish origins and is believed to mean 'ready for battle' or 'warrior.' It has evolved into its current form and is associated with strength and resilience. The name does not have biblical relevance, but it gained popularity in the late 20th century and is now recognized in various cultures. Notable individuals with this name include Xiomara Castro and Xiomara Alfaro.
The name Xiomara is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Xiomara has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Xiomara' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5122nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2358th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1309th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1001st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 679th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Xiomara' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Xiomara"
Pronunciation
/ʃi.oʊˈmɑː.rə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Xiomara is believed to have originated from the Spanish language, with potential roots in the indigenous Nahuatl language, where it may mean 'ready for battle' or 'warrior.'
Meaning
ready for battle, warrior
Language Evolution
Xiomara (modern form), Xiomara (historical form)
Historical Usage
Xiomara gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries, and has become more widely recognized in other cultures through media and literature.
Variants & Derivatives
Xio, Mara
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Xiomara is perceived as a strong, unique name often associated with independence and resilience.
Famous People
Xiomara Castro, a prominent Honduran politician, Xiomara Alfaro, a celebrated Panamanian singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Xiomara"
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 "Xiomara"
"Xiomara" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5122nd of 12526 | 110 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2358th of 19264 | 544 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1309th of 27321 | 1,900 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1001st of 35406 | 3,866 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 679th of 30306 | 5,151 |
Regional Popularity of "Xiomara" 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 "Xiomara" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
58.89% 1431st/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
80.73% 2371st/2937 |
26.39% 919th/3483 |
88.63% 3118th/3518 |
54.82% 2217th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
51.89% 1912th/3685 |
14.75% 660th/4475 |
30.96% 1608th/5194 |
16.80% 1061st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.42% 1302nd/4582 |
17.00% 878th/5164 |
14.56% 1065th/7313 |
10.13% 756th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
22.82% 909th/3984 |
24.78% 1112th/4487 |
10.67% 728th/6822 |
6.85% 430th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Xiomara"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Xiomara" 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.