Vasco Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVAH-sko / /ˈvæskoʊ/Spanish; Portuguese
Meaning
Spanish: 'crow'; Portuguese: 'vulture'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Vasco is derived from the Latin name 'Vasconia', which referred to the Basque region. It is often associated with the famous explorer Vasco da Gama, who was instrumental in establishing sea trade routes to India in the late 15th century. The name has been popular in both Spain and Portugal, reflecting the cultural significance of exploration and adventure in these countries.
Trend Summary
The name Vasco has seen a steady presence in various cultures but remains relatively uncommon in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vasquez
International Variants
- Vasco (Italian)
- Vasquez (Spanish)
Famous people named Vasco
Vasco da Gama was a Portuguese explorer known for being the first European to reach India by sea.
Vasco Núñez de Balboa was a Spanish explorer who is credited with the discovery of the Pacific Ocean.
Vasco Rossi is an Italian singer-songwriter known for his contributions to rock music.
Vasco S. de Oliveira is a Brazilian footballer who has played for various clubs in Brazil.
Fictional characters named Vasco
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vasco was first seen in the United States in 1910. Vasco has ranked as high as #822 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Florida. In the past 5 years the name Vasco has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vasco (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 16 |