Refugio Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationreh-FOO-hee-oh / reˈfu.xi.oSpanish
Meaning
refuge; shelter
Historical & Cultural Background
Refugio is a name of Spanish origin, commonly used in Hispanic cultures. It is derived from the Latin word 'refugium,' which means 'to take refuge.' The name is often associated with religious connotations, particularly in reference to the Virgin Mary as 'Nuestra Señora del Refugio.' It is more prevalent in regions with strong Spanish influence.
Similar Names
Variants
- Refugio
International Variants
- Refugio (Spanish)
Famous people named Refugio
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Fictional characters named Refugio
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Refugio was first seen in the United States in 1885. Refugio has ranked as high as #819 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Refugio has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Refugio (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 20 |
| 1914 | 28 |
| 1915 | 25 |
| 1916 | 35 |
| 1917 | 31 |
| 1918 | 36 |
| 1919 | 45 |
| 1920 | 46 |
| 1921 | 40 |
| 1922 | 43 |
| 1923 | 48 |
| 1924 | 69 |
| 1925 | 57 |
| 1926 | 58 |
| 1927 | 70 |
| 1928 | 62 |
| 1929 | 52 |
| 1930 | 53 |
| 1931 | 54 |
| 1932 | 51 |
| 1933 | 44 |
| 1934 | 45 |
| 1935 | 33 |
| 1936 | 36 |
| 1937 | 49 |
| 1938 | 50 |
| 1939 | 39 |
| 1940 | 38 |
| 1941 | 35 |
| 1942 | 39 |
| 1943 | 53 |
| 1944 | 44 |
| 1945 | 51 |
| 1946 | 53 |
| 1947 | 52 |
| 1948 | 61 |
| 1949 | 57 |
| 1950 | 41 |
| 1951 | 52 |
| 1952 | 39 |
| 1953 | 39 |
| 1954 | 49 |
| 1955 | 38 |
| 1956 | 37 |
| 1957 | 48 |
| 1958 | 35 |
| 1959 | 35 |
| 1960 | 42 |
| 1961 | 32 |
| 1962 | 38 |
| 1963 | 28 |
| 1964 | 31 |
| 1965 | 36 |
| 1966 | 30 |
| 1967 | 24 |
| 1968 | 34 |
| 1969 | 39 |
| 1970 | 34 |
| 1971 | 41 |
| 1972 | 33 |
| 1973 | 38 |
| 1974 | 49 |
| 1975 | 55 |
| 1976 | 41 |
| 1977 | 47 |
| 1978 | 39 |
| 1979 | 47 |
| 1980 | 45 |
| 1981 | 57 |
| 1982 | 48 |
| 1983 | 42 |
| 1984 | 42 |
| 1985 | 43 |
| 1986 | 30 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 29 |
| 1990 | 32 |
| 1991 | 42 |
| 1992 | 44 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 38 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 34 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 30 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 12 |