Baptiste Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbap-TEEST / bapˈtistFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: 'baptized'; Latin: 'to baptize'
Historical & Cultural Background
Baptiste is derived from the Latin name 'Baptista', which means 'to baptize'. It is commonly associated with John the Baptist, a significant figure in Christianity. The name has been popular in French-speaking countries and has historical roots in religious traditions. It is often used as a given name in honor of this biblical figure.
Trend Summary
Baptiste has seen a steady presence in French-speaking regions, with occasional popularity spikes in other countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Baptist
- Baptiste
International Variants
- Baptiste (French)
- Baptista (Latin)
- Baptiste (English)
Famous people named Baptiste
Baptiste Giabiconi is a French model and singer known for his work with Karl Lagerfeld.
Baptiste Couilloud is a French rugby player who has represented his country in international competitions.
Baptiste Lecaplain is a French comedian and actor recognized for his performances in theater and film.
Baptiste Sornin is a French artist known for his contemporary art installations.
Fictional characters named Baptiste
Baptiste is a character in the video game 'Overwatch', known for his role as a healer.
Baptiste is a character in the French animated series 'Les Mystérieuses Cités d'Or', where he embarks on adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Baptiste was first seen in the United States in 1913. Baptiste has ranked as high as #1369 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Baptiste has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Baptiste
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |