Porfirio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Porfirio has Greek origins, meaning 'purple' or 'royalty'. It evolved through Latin as Porphyrius before becoming popular in Spanish as Porfirio. This name is associated with nobility and has been used by notable historical figures, particularly in Latin America. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Porfirio is most popular in Texas, 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, Porfirio has been 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Porfirio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1321st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1178th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1285th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1409th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1918th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3691st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6584th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Porfirio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Porfirio"
Pronunciation
/pɔrˈfiːrioʊ/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Porfirio is derived from the Greek word 'porphyra', meaning 'purple', which was historically associated with royalty and nobility due to the rarity and expense of purple dye in ancient times.
Meaning
purple, royalty
Language Evolution
Porphyrius (Latin), Porfirio (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries, during the 19th and 20th centuries, often associated with figures in politics and the arts.
Variants & Derivatives
Porfirio, Porfiria
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Porfirio is perceived as traditional and has a connection to cultural heritage, especially in Latin American contexts.
Famous People
Porfirio Díaz - Mexican general and politician, Porfirio Rubirosa - Dominican diplomat and playboy
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Porfirio"
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 "Porfirio"
"Porfirio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1321st of 7545 | 483 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1178th of 6773 | 613 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1285th of 7552 | 682 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1409th of 10718 | 598 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1918th of 16616 | 588 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3691st of 24088 | 404 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6584th of 23106 | 151 |
Regional Popularity of "Porfirio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
31.91% 755th/2366 |
44.48% 508th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
30.64% 721st/2353 |
34.71% 537th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
50.29% 1222nd/2430 |
28.74% 820th/2853 |
32.25% 895th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
43.76% 1524th/3483 |
26.07% 917th/3518 |
22.95% 928th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
25.32% 1315th/5194 |
17.30% 1093rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
34.57% 2528th/7313 |
27.75% 2071st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
51.19% 3492nd/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Porfirio" 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 "Porfirio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Porfirio" 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.