Battista Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbah-TEES-tah / bɑːˈtiːstəItalian
Meaning
Baptist; one who baptizes
Historical & Cultural Background
Battista is an Italian name derived from the Latin 'Baptista', meaning 'the baptizer'. It is often associated with John the Baptist, a significant figure in Christianity. The name has been used in Italy since the Middle Ages and is commonly given in honor of saints. It reflects a tradition of naming children after religious figures.
Trend Summary
The name Battista is not commonly used in the United States and does not appear in recent popularity trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Batista
- Baptiste
International Variants
- Baptiste (French)
- Baptista (Portuguese)
Famous people named Battista
Battista Guarini was an Italian poet and playwright of the Renaissance, recognized for his works in literature.
Battista Sforza was a notable Italian noblewoman and the Duchess of Urbino during the Renaissance.
Fictional characters named Battista
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Battista was first seen in the United States in 1915. Battista has ranked as high as #827 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Battista has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Battista
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1925 | 6 |