Eleuterio Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: eh-loo-TEH-ree-oh /ɛluˈtɛɾjo/
Origin: Greek; Spanish; Italian
Meaning: Greek: 'freedom'; Spanish: 'liberator'; Italian: 'the one who brings freedom'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Eleuterio has its roots in the Greek word "eleutherios," which means "free" or "liberated." This term was derived from the noun "eleutheria," signifying freedom. The name was adopted into Latin as "Eleutherius," which was then translated into various forms in different languages, including Spanish and Italian, before making its way into English.
The transition into English usage was influenced by the historical interactions between these cultures, particularly during the Middle Ages when Latin was the lingua franca of educated Europe. Historically, the name Eleuterio is associated with several notable figures, particularly in the Christian tradition.
One significant milestone is the veneration of Saint Eleutherius, a 2nd-century pope who is recognized as a martyr and is commemorated on May 26 in the Roman Catholic Church. His legacy contributed to the name's adoption in Christian communities, particularly in regions influenced by Latin Christianity.
The name also appears in various ecclesiastical texts and hagiographies, further embedding it in the cultural fabric of medieval Europe. Culturally, Eleuterio has been associated with themes of freedom and liberation, resonating with the ideals of personal and spiritual emancipation.
This symbolic significance has allowed the name to endure across generations, particularly in regions with strong Christian traditions. The diminutive form "Eleu" may also be encountered in familial or affectionate contexts, reflecting the name's adaptability and warmth in personal relationships.
Overall, Eleuterio encapsulates a rich historical and cultural narrative that underscores its enduring appeal.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eleuterio was first seen in the United States in 1917.
Eleuterio has ranked as high as #3655 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in Texas, and California.
In the past 5 years the name Eleuterio has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Eleuterio 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 Eleuterio 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 Eleuterio.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 5 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 | 6 |
| 2008 | 7 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 | 5 |
| 2006 | 11 | 11 |
| 2005 | 8 | 8 |
| 2004 | 9 | 9 |
| 2003 | 10 | 10 |
| 2002 | 11 | 11 |
| 2001 | 8 | 8 |
| 2000 | 7 | 7 |
| 1999 | 11 | 11 |
| 1998 | 7 | 7 |
| 1997 | 10 | 10 |
| 1996 | 5 | 5 |
| 1995 | 10 | 10 |
| 1994 | 10 | 10 |
| 1993 | 9 | 9 |
| 1992 | 14 | 14 |
| 1991 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 11 | 11 |
| 1989 | 7 | 7 |
| 1988 | 6 | 6 |
| 1987 | 12 | 12 |
| 1986 | 8 | 8 |
| 1984 | 6 | 6 |
| 1983 | 9 | 9 |
| 1982 | 17 | 17 |
| 1981 | 11 | 11 |
| 1980 | 11 | 11 |
| 1979 | 14 | 14 |
| 1978 | 12 | 12 |
| 1977 | 12 | 12 |
| 1976 | 8 | 8 |
| 1975 | 8 | 8 |
| 1974 | 6 | 6 |
| 1973 | 9 | 9 |
| 1972 | 7 | 7 |
| 1971 | 6 | 6 |
| 1970 | 7 | 7 |
| 1969 | 10 | 10 |
| 1966 | 10 | 10 |
| 1965 | 5 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 | 7 |
| 1963 | 8 | 8 |
| 1962 | 6 | 6 |
| 1961 | 9 | 9 |
| 1960 | 8 | 8 |
| 1959 | 13 | 13 |
| 1958 | 11 | 11 |
| 1957 | 8 | 8 |
| 1956 | 9 | 9 |
| 1955 | 10 | 10 |
| 1954 | 13 | 13 |
| 1951 | 7 | 7 |
| 1950 | 9 | 9 |
| 1948 | 7 | 7 |
| 1947 | 8 | 8 |
| 1944 | 11 | 11 |
| 1942 | 6 | 6 |
| 1941 | 7 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 | 6 |
| 1938 | 10 | 10 |
| 1937 | 13 | 13 |
| 1936 | 9 | 9 |
| 1935 | 5 | 5 |
| 1934 | 8 | 8 |
| 1933 | 6 | 6 |
| 1932 | 8 | 8 |
| 1931 | 12 | 12 |
| 1930 | 5 | 5 |
| 1929 | 10 | 10 |
| 1928 | 11 | 11 |
| 1927 | 11 | 11 |
| 1926 | 18 | 18 |
| 1925 | 8 | 8 |
| 1924 | 13 | 13 |
| 1923 | 5 | 5 |
| 1922 | 11 | 11 |
| 1921 | 6 | 6 |
| 1920 | 9 | 9 |
| 1919 | 7 | 7 |
| 1918 | 6 | 6 |
| 1917 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Eleuterio (2004)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |