Hortensia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationhor-TEN-zee-uh / /hɔːrˈtɛn.zi.ə/Latin; Spanish
Meaning
Latin: of the garden; Spanish: derived from the flower name
Historical & Cultural Background
Hortensia is derived from the Latin word 'hortus', meaning garden. The name is often associated with the hydrangea flower, which is known as 'hortensia' in Spanish. It gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Spain and Latin America. The name has been used in literature and art, symbolizing beauty and abundance.
Trend Summary
Hortensia has seen limited popularity in the U.S., remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hortense
International Variants
- Hortense (French)
- Hortensia (Spanish)
- Hortensia (Italian)
Famous people named Hortensia
Hortensia Bussi was the First Lady of Chile and an influential political figure.
Hortensia Pizarro was a notable Chilean artist known for her contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Hortensia
Hortensia is a character in the video game 'Animal Crossing', known for her cheerful personality.
Hortensia is a character in the novel 'The Secret Garden' by Frances Hodgson Burnett, representing themes of growth and renewal.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hortensia was first seen in the United States in 1896. Hortensia has ranked as high as #828 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in California, Arizona, Texas, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Hortensia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hortensia (1977)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 14 |
| 1915 | 19 |
| 1916 | 19 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 25 |
| 1919 | 24 |
| 1920 | 30 |
| 1921 | 35 |
| 1922 | 30 |
| 1923 | 44 |
| 1924 | 42 |
| 1925 | 44 |
| 1926 | 40 |
| 1927 | 65 |
| 1928 | 66 |
| 1929 | 47 |
| 1930 | 43 |
| 1931 | 34 |
| 1932 | 36 |
| 1933 | 36 |
| 1934 | 32 |
| 1935 | 34 |
| 1936 | 33 |
| 1937 | 23 |
| 1938 | 29 |
| 1939 | 23 |
| 1940 | 29 |
| 1941 | 19 |
| 1942 | 24 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 34 |
| 1945 | 28 |
| 1946 | 25 |
| 1947 | 22 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 30 |
| 1950 | 36 |
| 1951 | 31 |
| 1952 | 26 |
| 1953 | 24 |
| 1954 | 24 |
| 1955 | 25 |
| 1956 | 29 |
| 1957 | 24 |
| 1958 | 20 |
| 1959 | 28 |
| 1960 | 23 |
| 1961 | 16 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1964 | 17 |
| 1965 | 20 |
| 1966 | 17 |
| 1967 | 19 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |