Guido Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGwee-doh / ˈɡwiː.doʊItalian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: Guide; Latin: To lead
Historical & Cultural Background
Guido is a traditional Italian name that has been in use since the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Latin name 'Vitus,' which means 'life' or 'to lead.' The name has been borne by various historical figures, including saints and rulers. In Italy, it has remained a popular name throughout the centuries.
Trend Summary
Guido has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Guido
- Gido
International Variants
- Guido (Italian)
- Gido (Dutch)
- Gwidon (Polish)
Famous people named Guido
Guido van Rossum is a Dutch programmer best known for creating the Python programming language.
Guido Reni was an Italian Baroque painter known for his works in the early 17th century.
Guido Mista is a fictional character from the manga and anime series 'JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.'.
Guido d'Arezzo was an Italian music theorist and Benedictine monk known for developing the modern musical staff.
Fictional characters named Guido
Guido Mista is a character in 'JoJo's Bizarre Adventure,' known for his sharpshooting skills.
Guido is a character in the animated film 'Cars,' serving as a pit crew member for Luigi.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Guido was first seen in the United States in 1904. Guido has ranked as high as #745 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, California, and Rhode Island. In the past 5 years the name Guido has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Guido (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1904 | 7 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1909 | 14 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 13 |
| 1912 | 47 |
| 1913 | 67 |
| 1914 | 88 |
| 1915 | 101 |
| 1916 | 93 |
| 1917 | 103 |
| 1918 | 104 |
| 1919 | 104 |
| 1920 | 89 |
| 1921 | 140 |
| 1922 | 119 |
| 1923 | 119 |
| 1924 | 118 |
| 1925 | 119 |
| 1926 | 74 |
| 1927 | 85 |
| 1928 | 86 |
| 1929 | 63 |
| 1930 | 73 |
| 1931 | 53 |
| 1932 | 40 |
| 1933 | 35 |
| 1934 | 34 |
| 1935 | 25 |
| 1936 | 27 |
| 1937 | 27 |
| 1938 | 23 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 20 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 15 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 17 |
| 1947 | 20 |
| 1948 | 15 |
| 1949 | 20 |
| 1950 | 20 |
| 1951 | 21 |
| 1952 | 20 |
| 1953 | 20 |
| 1954 | 31 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1956 | 26 |
| 1957 | 24 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 25 |
| 1961 | 24 |
| 1962 | 28 |
| 1963 | 32 |
| 1964 | 28 |
| 1965 | 23 |
| 1966 | 22 |
| 1967 | 25 |
| 1968 | 27 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1972 | 25 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |