Ortencia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationor-TEN-see-uh / ɔrˈtɛnʃəSpanish; Italian
Meaning
Spanish: 'brave'; Italian: 'strong'
Historical & Cultural Background
Ortencia is a name that has roots in both Spanish and Italian cultures. It is often associated with strength and bravery, reflecting positive attributes. The name has been used in various regions, particularly in Latin America and Southern Europe. Its usage has varied over time, with some periods seeing it more popular than others.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ortenzia
International Variants
- Ortenzia (Italian)
- Ortensia (Italian)
- Ortenzia (Spanish)
Famous people named Ortencia
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Fictional characters named Ortencia
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ortencia was first seen in the United States in 1919. Ortencia has ranked as high as #980 nationally, which occurred in 1949, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Ortencia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ortencia (1982)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |