Cipriano
Cipriano is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Man from Cyprus; native of Cyprus.
Origin and history
Cipriano is a masculine name of Greek and Latin origin, derived from the Roman cognomen Cyprianus, meaning 'man from Cyprus'. It has deep roots in early Christian history and has been traditionally used in Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese-speaking cultures. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive classical choice.
Popularity in the United States
2,226 babies in the United States have been named Cipriano since 1880. It ranks #2739 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1852.
States where it is most popular
- TX (69.7 %)
- CA (19.9 %)
- NM (9.9 %)
- AZ (0.47 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 11 |
| 1910-1920 | 113 |
| 1920-1930 | 224 |
| 1930-1940 | 221 |
| 1940-1950 | 227 |
| 1950-1960 | 223 |
| 1960-1970 | 192 |
| 1970-1980 | 244 |
| 1980-1990 | 204 |
| 1990-2000 | 185 |
| 2000-2010 | 184 |
| 2010-2019 | 123 |
| 2020-2029 | 75 |
Famous people named Cipriano
- Cipriano Castro: President, Military Leader
Fun facts
- The name originates from Cyprus, an island nation long celebrated for its copper trade in antiquity.
- Saint Cyprian was an influential Latin writer and early Christian bishop whose feast day is celebrated in September.