Bonifacio Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: boh-nee-FAH-cho /boʊ.nɪˈfɑː.tʃoʊ/

Origin: Italian; Latin

Meaning: Latin: 'good fate'; Italian: 'well-doer'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Bonifacio originates from the Latin name Bonifatius, which is derived from the elements 'bonus' meaning 'good' and 'fatum' meaning 'fate' or 'destiny.' This etymological root reflects a literal meaning of 'good fate' or 'fortunate.' The name transitioned into various forms through the centuries, including the Old French 'Boniface,' before being adopted into English as Bonifacio. The name's journey into English usage can be traced through ecclesiastical Latin, where it was often associated with saints and notable figures in the Christian tradition.

Historically, one of the most significant figures bearing this name was Saint Boniface, an English missionary and martyr who played a crucial role in the Christianization of Germany during the 8th century. He is often referred to as the 'Apostle of the Germans' and was canonized in the 9th century.

His legacy is commemorated on June 5th in the liturgical calendar, and his influence helped to solidify the name's prominence in Christian contexts. Additionally, the name appears in various historical texts and translations, including the Vulgate, the Latin version of the Bible, which further contributed to its recognition in medieval Europe.

Culturally, Bonifacio has been associated with notions of virtue and providence, resonating with the ideals of goodness and favorable destiny. The name has been embraced in various cultures, particularly in Italy and Spain, where it has historical significance linked to local saints and figures.

The diminutive form 'Boni' has also emerged in some contexts, reflecting a more affectionate or familiar usage. Overall, the name Bonifacio carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in its etymological origins and the enduring legacy of its notable bearers.

Famous people named Bonifacio

In this section, you will find notable people named Bonifacio. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Bonifacio who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Bonifacio G. G. Bonifacio is a revolutionary leader best known for founding the Katipunan, leading the Philippine Revolution, and advocating for Philippine independence.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Bonifacio, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

BenedictSebastianMatteoLeonardoGiovanniAlessandro

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Bonifacio. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

BonaventureBonaventuraBenicioBenedictBorisBrunoBalthazarBenedetto

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Bonifacio was first seen in the United States in 1900.

Bonifacio has ranked as high as #2330 nationally, which occurred in 1930, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New Mexico, and Hawaii.

In the past 5 years the name Bonifacio has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Bonifacio is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Bonifacio was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Bonifacio.

Year Total Births Boy
2024 7 7
2023 10 10
2020 7 7
2019 7 7
2017 9 9
2016 7 7
2014 5 5
2013 6 6
2012 7 7
2011 7 7
2010 14 14
2009 12 12
2008 9 9
2007 8 8
2006 7 7
2005 11 11
2004 7 7
2003 5 5
2002 16 16
2001 8 8
2000 11 11
1999 18 18
1998 10 10
1997 20 20
1996 15 15
1995 12 12
1994 11 11
1993 18 18
1992 16 16
1991 17 17
1990 11 11
1989 14 14
1988 17 17
1987 10 10
1986 11 11
1985 16 16
1984 12 12
1983 16 16
1982 10 10
1981 12 12
1980 13 13
1979 15 15
1978 11 11
1977 23 23
1976 18 18
1975 15 15
1974 19 19
1973 14 14
1972 16 16
1971 23 23
1970 10 10
1969 17 17
1968 6 6
1967 11 11
1966 13 13
1965 8 8
1964 15 15
1963 17 17
1962 12 12
1961 11 11
1960 15 15
1959 17 17
1958 13 13
1957 12 12
1956 16 16
1955 14 14
1954 18 18
1953 17 17
1952 18 18
1951 12 12
1950 27 27
1949 17 17
1948 23 23
1947 16 16
1946 16 16
1945 16 16
1944 14 14
1943 18 18
1942 17 17
1941 9 9
1940 21 21
1939 16 16
1938 17 17
1937 21 21
1936 13 13
1935 11 11
1934 25 25
1933 19 19
1932 14 14
1931 14 14
1930 35 35
1929 29 29
1928 22 22
1927 16 16
1926 23 23
1925 26 26
1924 22 22
1923 25 25
1922 18 18
1921 13 13
1920 13 13
1919 15 15
1918 11 11
1917 16 16
1916 8 8
1915 16 16
1914 7 7
1912 7 7
1911 6 6
1904 5 5
1900 6 6

Top States for Bonifacio (2010)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 5
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