Ygnacio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ygnacio is a Spanish name derived from the Latin Ignatius, meaning 'fiery'. It evolved through linguistic transformations and is associated with Saint Ignatius of Loyola. The name is traditionally seen as classic and carries a sense of cultural heritage, though it is not commonly used today.
The name Ygnacio is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation 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, Ygnacio 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, 'Ygnacio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2027th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2144th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3428th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5688th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12589th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ygnacio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ygnacio"
Pronunciation
/iɡˈnɑːsjoʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Ygnacio is derived from the Latin name Ignatius, which means 'fiery' or 'ardent'. It has undergone several transformations through various languages.
Meaning
fiery
Language Evolution
Ignatius (Latin), Ignacio (Spanish), Ygnacio (Spanish variant)
Historical Usage
Ygnacio has been used in Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly in the context of honoring Saint Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuits, which contributed to its popularity in the 16th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Ignacio, Iñaki, Nacho
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ygnacio is not widely used but retains a classic and traditional image, often associated with religious and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Ygnacio Martinez del Castillo, a notable figure in Spanish literature, Ygnacio Allende, a figure in Mexican history
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ygnacio"
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 "Ygnacio"
"Ygnacio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2027th of 7545 | 249 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2144th of 6773 | 220 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3428th of 7552 | 106 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5688th of 10718 | 49 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12589th of 16616 | 16 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Ygnacio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
46.03% 1089th/2366 |
49.82% 569th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
53.51% 1259th/2353 |
44.09% 682nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
61.62% 1758th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
57.34% 2319th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
60.06% 3794th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ygnacio" 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 "Ygnacio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ygnacio" 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.