Cristiano Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cristiano originates from the Latin term 'Christianus', meaning 'follower of Christ'. It has evolved through various languages, including Old French and has become widely used in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese cultures. The name suggests traits of faith and dedication. There is no direct biblical reference. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages with the spread of Christianity and remains widely recognized today, often associated with notable figures such as Cristiano Ronaldo.
The name Cristiano is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Cristiano has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling 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, 'Cristiano' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8634th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1882nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 986th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Cristiano' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cristiano"
Pronunciation
/krisˈtjɑːnoʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Cristiano is derived from the Latin word 'Christianus', which means 'follower of Christ'. The name emerged in the Christian context as a way to identify individuals as adherents of Christianity.
Meaning
Christian
Language Evolution
Christianus (Latin), Cristian (Old French), Cristiano (Italian, Spanish, Portuguese)
Historical Usage
Cristiano gained popularity in various European countries during the Middle Ages, particularly with the rise of Christianity. It has become a common name in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Cristian, Christian, Cristiano
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Cristiano is perceived as a strong and popular name, often associated with figures of success and leadership, particularly due to the fame of individuals like Cristiano Ronaldo.
Famous People
Cristiano Ronaldo, Cristiano di Lorenzo, Cristiano Savino
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cristiano"
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 "Cristiano"
"Cristiano" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8634th of 16616 | 48 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1882nd of 24088 | 1,083 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 986th of 23106 | 2,614 |
Regional Popularity of "Cristiano" 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) |
40.83% 1871st/4582 |
30.23% 1561st/5164 |
24.30% 1777th/7313 |
18.61% 1389th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.52% 1176th/3984 |
17.18% 771st/4487 |
16.65% 1136th/6822 |
12.79% 803rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Cristiano" 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 "Cristiano"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cristiano" 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.