Faustino Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfow-STEEN-oh / faʊˈstiːnoʊSpanish; Italian
Meaning
Spanish: fortunate; Italian: lucky
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Faustino is derived from the Latin name Faustinus, which means 'fortunate' or 'auspicious.' It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish and Italian-speaking regions. The name is often associated with Saint Faustinus, a Christian martyr. In modern times, it remains a traditional name in many Hispanic communities.
Trend Summary
The name Faustino has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fausto
- Faus
- Tino
International Variants
- Faustin (French)
- Faustino (Italian)
- Faust (German)
Famous people named Faustino
Faustino Asprilla is a retired Colombian footballer known for his time with Parma and the Colombian national team.
Faustino S. C. de Almeida is a notable Angolan politician and member of the National Assembly.
Faustino Pérez is a Spanish artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Faustino González is a Mexican author known for his works on cultural history.
Fictional characters named Faustino
Faustino is a character in the animated series 'El Chavo del 8,' known for his humorous antics.
Faustino is a supporting character in the novel 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, part of the Witcher series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Faustino was first seen in the United States in 1908. Faustino has ranked as high as #1164 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Illinois, New York, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Faustino has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Faustino (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1908 | 5 |
1909 | 8 |
1910 | 6 |
1912 | 6 |
1913 | 9 |
1914 | 15 |
1915 | 15 |
1916 | 16 |
1917 | 14 |
1918 | 16 |
1919 | 25 |
1920 | 20 |
1921 | 28 |
1922 | 21 |
1923 | 27 |
1924 | 51 |
1925 | 28 |
1926 | 49 |
1927 | 49 |
1928 | 41 |
1929 | 45 |
1930 | 39 |
1931 | 35 |
1932 | 39 |
1933 | 43 |
1934 | 29 |
1935 | 29 |
1936 | 22 |
1937 | 24 |
1938 | 19 |
1939 | 26 |
1940 | 25 |
1941 | 26 |
1942 | 24 |
1943 | 30 |
1944 | 23 |
1945 | 34 |
1946 | 36 |
1947 | 46 |
1948 | 37 |
1949 | 39 |
1950 | 24 |
1951 | 36 |
1952 | 35 |
1953 | 26 |
1954 | 29 |
1955 | 38 |
1956 | 40 |
1957 | 27 |
1958 | 33 |
1959 | 41 |
1960 | 34 |
1961 | 24 |
1962 | 37 |
1963 | 40 |
1964 | 22 |
1965 | 20 |
1966 | 26 |
1967 | 28 |
1968 | 30 |
1969 | 30 |
1970 | 41 |
1971 | 35 |
1972 | 32 |
1973 | 37 |
1974 | 38 |
1975 | 40 |
1976 | 36 |
1977 | 31 |
1978 | 39 |
1979 | 42 |
1980 | 48 |
1981 | 40 |
1982 | 39 |
1983 | 36 |
1984 | 30 |
1985 | 36 |
1986 | 38 |
1987 | 47 |
1988 | 46 |
1989 | 47 |
1990 | 51 |
1991 | 63 |
1992 | 59 |
1993 | 54 |
1994 | 55 |
1995 | 42 |
1996 | 47 |
1997 | 44 |
1998 | 42 |
1999 | 46 |
2000 | 47 |
2001 | 58 |
2002 | 35 |
2003 | 43 |
2004 | 52 |
2005 | 39 |
2006 | 41 |
2007 | 38 |
2008 | 35 |
2009 | 39 |
2010 | 29 |
2011 | 32 |
2012 | 32 |
2013 | 27 |
2014 | 28 |
2015 | 18 |
2016 | 20 |
2017 | 28 |
2018 | 23 |
2019 | 20 |
2020 | 25 |
2021 | 14 |
2022 | 21 |
2023 | 10 |
2024 | 23 |