Fernando Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfer-NAN-do / /fɛrˈnændoʊ/Spanish; Portuguese
Meaning
Spanish: brave traveler; Portuguese: adventurous
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Fernando has roots in the Visigothic name 'Ferdinand', which means 'bold journey'. It has been popular in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. The name has historical significance due to its association with various kings and nobility in Spain and Portugal. It has also been used in literature and arts, symbolizing bravery and adventure.
Trend Summary
Fernando has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ferdinand
- Fernand
International Variants
- Ferdinand (German)
- Fernando (Italian)
- Ferdinando (Italian)
- Fernando (Spanish)
- Ferdinand (French)
Famous people named Fernando
Fernando Alonso is a Spanish Formula One racing driver known for winning two World Championships.
Fernando Pessoa was a Portuguese poet and writer, regarded as one of the most significant literary figures of the 20th century.
Fernando Valenzuela is a former Mexican professional baseball pitcher who became a star in Major League Baseball.
Fernando Torres is a retired Spanish footballer who played for clubs like Liverpool and Chelsea, and was part of the Spanish national team that won the UEFA Euro 2008.
Fictional characters named Fernando
Fernando is a character in the musical 'Mamma Mia!', known for his romantic involvement with Donna.
Fernando is a character in the animated film 'Rio', serving as a supporting character in the story.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fernando was first seen in the United States in 1880. Fernando has ranked as high as #270 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Arizona, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Fernando has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fernando (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 229 | |
CA | 208 | |
FL | 60 | |
AZ | 43 | |
IL | 30 | |
NC | 29 | |
NY | 27 | |
GA | 26 | |
WA | 23 | |
NV | 19 | |
VA | 16 | |
IN | 14 | |
OK | 13 | |
OR | 13 | |
NM | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 8 |
1882 | 6 |
1883 | 6 |
1884 | 10 |
1885 | 9 |
1886 | 9 |
1888 | 5 |
1892 | 7 |
1894 | 8 |
1895 | 5 |
1896 | 6 |
1897 | 8 |
1898 | 5 |
1899 | 8 |
1900 | 12 |
1901 | 6 |
1902 | 11 |
1903 | 6 |
1904 | 16 |
1906 | 6 |
1907 | 6 |
1908 | 12 |
1909 | 16 |
1910 | 23 |
1911 | 18 |
1912 | 34 |
1913 | 30 |
1914 | 54 |
1915 | 56 |
1916 | 58 |
1917 | 80 |
1918 | 84 |
1919 | 83 |
1920 | 96 |
1921 | 130 |
1922 | 119 |
1923 | 136 |
1924 | 153 |
1925 | 162 |
1926 | 136 |
1927 | 189 |
1928 | 146 |
1929 | 148 |
1930 | 173 |
1931 | 177 |
1932 | 132 |
1933 | 132 |
1934 | 132 |
1935 | 128 |
1936 | 121 |
1937 | 150 |
1938 | 141 |
1939 | 131 |
1940 | 164 |
1941 | 133 |
1942 | 183 |
1943 | 164 |
1944 | 180 |
1945 | 220 |
1946 | 219 |
1947 | 264 |
1948 | 312 |
1949 | 268 |
1950 | 344 |
1951 | 406 |
1952 | 424 |
1953 | 530 |
1954 | 572 |
1955 | 532 |
1956 | 517 |
1957 | 530 |
1958 | 528 |
1959 | 610 |
1960 | 583 |
1961 | 611 |
1962 | 634 |
1963 | 596 |
1964 | 620 |
1965 | 549 |
1966 | 603 |
1967 | 588 |
1968 | 648 |
1969 | 680 |
1970 | 764 |
1971 | 828 |
1972 | 783 |
1973 | 808 |
1974 | 842 |
1975 | 914 |
1976 | 886 |
1977 | 1,136 |
1978 | 1,081 |
1979 | 1,130 |
1980 | 1,266 |
1981 | 1,241 |
1982 | 1,367 |
1983 | 1,280 |
1984 | 1,284 |
1985 | 1,292 |
1986 | 1,323 |
1987 | 1,202 |
1988 | 1,361 |
1989 | 1,582 |
1990 | 1,731 |
1991 | 1,898 |
1992 | 1,880 |
1993 | 1,798 |
1994 | 1,832 |
1995 | 1,872 |
1996 | 1,875 |
1997 | 2,315 |
1998 | 2,057 |
1999 | 2,175 |
2000 | 2,602 |
2001 | 2,601 |
2002 | 2,423 |
2003 | 2,554 |
2004 | 2,578 |
2005 | 2,440 |
2006 | 2,758 |
2007 | 2,687 |
2008 | 2,383 |
2009 | 2,126 |
2010 | 1,953 |
2011 | 1,706 |
2012 | 1,482 |
2013 | 1,429 |
2014 | 1,404 |
2015 | 1,348 |
2016 | 1,245 |
2017 | 1,142 |
2018 | 1,093 |
2019 | 1,065 |
2020 | 938 |
2021 | 906 |
2022 | 976 |
2023 | 969 |
2024 | 951 |