Nicasio Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: nee-KAH-syo /niˈka.sjo/
Origin: Spanish; Italian
Meaning: Spanish: victorious; Italian: from the Latin 'Nicasius', meaning 'victorious'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nicasio has its roots in the Greek name Niketas, which derives from the word 'nike,' meaning 'victory.' This name transitioned into Latin as Nicasius, which was then adapted into various forms in different languages, including the Spanish Nicasio. The evolution of the name reflects a common practice in the early Christian era, where names were often derived from virtues or significant concepts, such as victory, to inspire and convey positive attributes.
Historically, the name Nicasio is associated with Saint Nicasius, a 5th-century Christian martyr who is venerated in various Christian traditions. His feast day is celebrated on May 14, and he is often depicted in religious art, symbolizing faith and resilience.
The presence of Saint Nicasius in hagiographies and liturgical texts contributed to the name's adoption in Christian communities, especially in regions influenced by Latin Christianity. Culturally, the name Nicasio carries connotations of triumph and success, resonating with the ideals of victory that were significant in both ancient and medieval societies.
The name has been embraced in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries, where it reflects a blend of religious significance and cultural heritage. The diminutive form Nicasio may also be affectionately shortened to Nico, which has its own cultural implications and associations.
This connection to victory and the legacy of Saint Nicasius has allowed the name to endure through centuries, maintaining its relevance in various cultural contexts.
Famous people named Nicasio
In this section, you will find notable people named Nicasio. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Nicasio who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Nicasio Gallego is a musician best known for his work with the band Los Bukis.
Nicasio Torres is a professional wrestler best known for his performances in various wrestling promotions.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nicasio was first seen in the United States in 1928.
Nicasio has ranked as high as #1252 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California.
In the past 5 years the name Nicasio has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Nicasio 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 Nicasio was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Nicasio (2012)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
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 Nicasio.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |