Emeterio Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeh-meh-TEH-ree-oh / ɛmeˈteɾjoSpanish; Greek
Meaning
Spanish: 'gift of the goddess Demeter'; Greek: 'to be generous'
Historical & Cultural Background
Emeterio is derived from the Greek name 'Demetrios', which is associated with the goddess Demeter, the deity of agriculture and fertility. The name has been used in various Spanish-speaking countries, often reflecting a cultural reverence for agricultural abundance. It is less common in contemporary naming trends but retains a classic charm.
Similar Names
Variants
- Emeterio
- Emeterius
International Variants
- Demetrio (Italian)
- Demetrios (Greek)
Famous people named Emeterio
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Fictional characters named Emeterio
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emeterio was first seen in the United States in 1915. Emeterio has ranked as high as #877 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Emeterio has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Emeterio (1945)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |