Braulio
Braulio is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Shining, radiant, or sword.
Origin and history
Braulio is a male given name of Germanic origin, derived from the element meaning to shine or burn. Historically associated with Saint Braulio of Zaragoza, it has seen steady, moderate use in the United States, particularly within Hispanic communities.
Popularity in the United States
5,135 babies in the United States have been named Braulio since 1880. It ranks #1708 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1478.
States where it is most popular
- CA (46.5 %)
- TX (34 %)
- IL (6.7 %)
- NY (3.6 %)
- AZ (3.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 15 |
| 1920-1930 | 68 |
| 1930-1940 | 59 |
| 1940-1950 | 78 |
| 1950-1960 | 85 |
| 1960-1970 | 98 |
| 1970-1980 | 276 |
| 1980-1990 | 439 |
| 1990-2000 | 995 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,618 |
| 2010-2019 | 951 |
| 2020-2029 | 453 |
Famous people named Braulio
- Braulio Baeza: Jockey
- Braulio Carrillo: Head of State, Politician
- Braulio Luna: Soccer player
Fun facts
- Saint Braulio served as the Bishop of Zaragoza and was a key figure in medieval Iberian scholarship.
- The name stems from the ancient Germanic root 'brand', which refers to fire or a glowing sword.