Tito Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTEE-toh / ˈtiːtoʊSpanish; Italian
Meaning
Spanish: small; Italian: little one
Historical & Cultural Background
Tito is a diminutive form of names like Alberto or Attilio in Italian and Spanish contexts. It has been used historically in various cultures, often as a term of endearment. The name gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly due to notable figures in politics and culture.
Trend Summary
The name Tito has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with occasional spikes due to cultural references.
Similar Names
Variants
- Titoo
- Titi
International Variants
- Tito (Spanish)
- Tito (Italian)
Famous people named Tito
Tito Jackson is an American singer and member of the Jackson 5, known for his contributions to pop music.
Tito Puente was a Puerto Rican musician and bandleader, often referred to as the 'King of Latin Music'.
Tito Ortiz is a retired American mixed martial artist and former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion.
Fictional characters named Tito
Tito is a character in Disney's animated film 'The Aristocats', known for his role as a streetwise alley cat.
Tito is a character in the animated series 'The Lion Guard', serving as a loyal friend to the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tito was first seen in the United States in 1909. Tito has ranked as high as #983 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, New Mexico, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Tito has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tito (1957)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 20 |
| 1926 | 18 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 17 |
| 1930 | 20 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 23 |
| 1936 | 19 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 16 |
| 1939 | 21 |
| 1940 | 19 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 18 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 16 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 14 |
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 22 |
| 1950 | 19 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 23 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 21 |
| 1955 | 22 |
| 1956 | 32 |
| 1957 | 25 |
| 1958 | 19 |
| 1959 | 37 |
| 1960 | 33 |
| 1961 | 32 |
| 1962 | 38 |
| 1963 | 38 |
| 1964 | 28 |
| 1965 | 19 |
| 1966 | 34 |
| 1967 | 30 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 33 |
| 1970 | 39 |
| 1971 | 54 |
| 1972 | 76 |
| 1973 | 62 |
| 1974 | 99 |
| 1975 | 71 |
| 1976 | 80 |
| 1977 | 74 |
| 1978 | 57 |
| 1979 | 52 |
| 1980 | 68 |
| 1981 | 38 |
| 1982 | 38 |
| 1983 | 55 |
| 1984 | 51 |
| 1985 | 46 |
| 1986 | 53 |
| 1987 | 44 |
| 1988 | 42 |
| 1989 | 50 |
| 1990 | 48 |
| 1991 | 50 |
| 1992 | 36 |
| 1993 | 41 |
| 1994 | 41 |
| 1995 | 52 |
| 1996 | 36 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 36 |
| 1999 | 43 |
| 2000 | 32 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 30 |
| 2003 | 31 |
| 2004 | 38 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2007 | 56 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 45 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 21 |