Asuncion Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-SOON-syon / əˈsun.sjonSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: 'assumption'; Latin: 'to take up'
Historical & Cultural Background
Asuncion is derived from the Spanish word for 'assumption', specifically referring to the Assumption of Mary. It is also the name of the capital city of Paraguay, which was founded in 1537. The name is often associated with religious significance in Catholic cultures. In some contexts, it may be used to signify a sense of taking on responsibilities or roles.
Trend Summary
The name Asuncion is uncommon in the U.S. and has not shown significant popularity trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Asuncion
- Asun
International Variants
- Assunção (Portuguese)
Famous people named Asuncion
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Asuncion was first seen in the United States in 1923. Asuncion has ranked as high as #982 nationally, which occurred in 1949, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Asuncion has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Asuncion
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |