Trinidad Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationtrin-i-dad / ˈtrɪnɪdædSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: Trinity; Latin: triad
Historical & Cultural Background
Trinidad is derived from the Spanish word for 'trinity,' which refers to the Christian doctrine of the Holy Trinity. The name is often associated with the island of Trinidad in the Caribbean, which was named by Christopher Columbus in 1498. It has been used as a given name in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries. The name reflects a significant religious concept and has been embraced in various forms across different regions.
Trend Summary
The name Trinidad has seen limited popularity in the United States, often associated with cultural and religious significance.
Similar Names
Variants
- Trini
International Variants
- Trinidad (Spanish)
- Trinité (French)
Famous people named Trinidad
Trinidad Silva was an American actor known for his roles in films such as 'The Milagro Beanfield War.'.
Trinidad Jiménez is a Spanish politician who served as the Minister of Health and Social Policy.
Trinidad Montero is a notable Mexican artist recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.
Trinidad de la Torre was a Spanish poet and writer influential in the early 20th century.
Fictional characters named Trinidad
Trinidad is a character in the novel 'The Last Good Man' by Linda Nagata, representing themes of resilience.
Trinidad is featured in the video game 'Grand Theft Auto: Vice City,' where it is the name of a fictional location.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Trinidad was first seen in the United States in 1900. Trinidad has ranked as high as #735 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Trinidad has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Trinidad (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 7 | |
TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1900 | 7 |
1903 | 9 |
1904 | 7 |
1910 | 8 |
1911 | 6 |
1912 | 10 |
1913 | 15 |
1914 | 12 |
1915 | 30 |
1916 | 59 |
1917 | 60 |
1918 | 77 |
1919 | 88 |
1920 | 115 |
1921 | 149 |
1922 | 161 |
1923 | 57 |
1924 | 60 |
1925 | 50 |
1926 | 51 |
1927 | 54 |
1928 | 61 |
1929 | 49 |
1930 | 47 |
1931 | 51 |
1932 | 47 |
1933 | 39 |
1934 | 43 |
1935 | 41 |
1936 | 49 |
1937 | 38 |
1938 | 40 |
1939 | 40 |
1940 | 35 |
1941 | 47 |
1942 | 56 |
1943 | 46 |
1944 | 40 |
1945 | 58 |
1946 | 53 |
1947 | 61 |
1948 | 61 |
1949 | 68 |
1950 | 59 |
1951 | 64 |
1952 | 71 |
1953 | 46 |
1954 | 52 |
1955 | 39 |
1956 | 40 |
1957 | 48 |
1958 | 46 |
1959 | 47 |
1960 | 39 |
1961 | 26 |
1962 | 45 |
1963 | 35 |
1964 | 31 |
1965 | 39 |
1966 | 44 |
1967 | 53 |
1968 | 44 |
1969 | 47 |
1970 | 55 |
1971 | 43 |
1972 | 48 |
1973 | 44 |
1974 | 42 |
1975 | 53 |
1976 | 47 |
1977 | 70 |
1978 | 72 |
1979 | 68 |
1980 | 64 |
1981 | 63 |
1982 | 51 |
1983 | 45 |
1984 | 47 |
1985 | 38 |
1986 | 41 |
1987 | 46 |
1988 | 44 |
1989 | 52 |
1990 | 50 |
1991 | 52 |
1992 | 45 |
1993 | 45 |
1994 | 39 |
1995 | 40 |
1996 | 40 |
1997 | 40 |
1998 | 51 |
1999 | 44 |
2000 | 64 |
2001 | 48 |
2002 | 47 |
2003 | 47 |
2004 | 40 |
2005 | 34 |
2006 | 48 |
2007 | 48 |
2008 | 39 |
2009 | 35 |
2010 | 20 |
2011 | 28 |
2012 | 29 |
2013 | 26 |
2014 | 25 |
2015 | 22 |
2016 | 21 |
2017 | 24 |
2018 | 22 |
2019 | 23 |
2020 | 27 |
2021 | 22 |
2022 | 25 |
2023 | 24 |
2024 | 20 |