Avelino
Avelino is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
From Avellino or hazelnut.
Origin and history
Avelino is a traditional masculine name of Latin origins, derived from the Italian town of Abella (modern-day Avellino). Historically popular in Spain, Portugal, and Italy, it carries associations with hazelnut orchards native to the region. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice with consistent historical use.
Popularity in the United States
1,057 babies in the United States have been named Avelino since 1880. It ranks #3628 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1874.
States where it is most popular
- TX (50.3 %)
- CA (43.6 %)
- MA (3.1 %)
- NY (3.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 25 |
| 1920-1930 | 90 |
| 1930-1940 | 90 |
| 1940-1950 | 89 |
| 1950-1960 | 95 |
| 1960-1970 | 97 |
| 1970-1980 | 104 |
| 1980-1990 | 102 |
| 1990-2000 | 102 |
| 2000-2010 | 114 |
| 2010-2019 | 96 |
| 2020-2029 | 53 |
Famous people named Avelino
- Avelino Cachafeiro: Musician
Fun facts
- The name originates from the ancient town of Abella in Campania, Italy, famous since antiquity for its hazelnut trees.
- The binomial Latin name for hazelnut, Corylus avellana, shares its root with the name Avelino.