Panfilo Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: PAN-fee-lo /ˈpæn.fɪ.loʊ/
Origin: Italian; Spanish
Meaning: Italian: 'shepherd'; Spanish: 'pan' (bread) + 'filo' (thread)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Panfilo has its roots in the Greek language, derived from the elements 'pan' meaning 'all' and 'philos' meaning 'loving' or 'friend.' This etymological combination conveys the meaning of 'all-loving' or 'friend of all.' The name transitioned into Latin as 'Panfilus,' which maintained the original Greek connotation. From Latin, it entered various Romance languages, including Italian and Spanish, before being adopted into English contexts, primarily through cultural and religious influences.
Historically, the name Panfilo has been associated with several notable figures. One significant reference is Saint Panfilo of Antioch, a Christian martyr who lived during the 4th century.
His life and martyrdom were recorded in early Christian texts, contributing to the name's religious significance. Additionally, the name appears in literary works, such as Giovanni Boccaccio's "Decameron" from the 14th century, where a character named Panfilo is featured, further embedding the name within cultural narratives.
Culturally, Panfilo embodies themes of friendship and universal love, which resonate through various traditions and stories. The name has often been linked to virtues of kindness and camaraderie, making it a symbol of positive human relationships.
In some contexts, diminutive forms such as Pino have emerged, reflecting affectionate or familial usage, though these variations are less prominent in historical texts. Overall, the name Panfilo carries a rich tapestry of linguistic, historical, and cultural significance that has allowed it to endure through centuries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Panfilo was first seen in the United States in 1918.
Panfilo has ranked as high as #861 nationally, which occurred in 1929, and has been most popular in Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Panfilo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Panfilo 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 Panfilo was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Panfilo (1932)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
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 Panfilo.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1918 | 6 |