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Adagio Boy

Popularity: · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationuh-DAH-jo / /əˈdɑː.dʒoʊ/

Italian; Latin

Meaning

slow; at ease (Italian); from 'ad agere' meaning 'to act' (Latin)

Historical & Cultural Background

In Italian music terminology, 'adagio' refers to a slow tempo, often conveying a sense of calm and ease. This term has roots in the Latin phrase 'ad agere,' which means 'to act,' reflecting a deliberate pace. The use of 'adagio' in music dates back to the Renaissance, where it was employed to evoke emotional depth. The term has transcended its musical origins to be used in various artistic contexts.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Adagios
  • Adagioh

International Variants

  • Adagio (Italian)
  • Adagio (Spanish)

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Adagio was first seen in the United States in 2014. Adagio has ranked as high as #1386 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Adagio has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20149
20165
20186