Consuelo
Consuelo is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Consolation or solace.
Origin and history
Consuelo is a classic Spanish name meaning 'solace' or 'consolation'. It originates from the Marian title Nuestra Señora del Consuelo (Our Lady of Consolation). Although its peak popularity in the United States occurred in the mid-20th century, it remains a traditional choice today.
Popularity in the United States
16,955 babies in the United States have been named Consuelo since 1880. It ranks #1169 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2007.
States where it is most popular
- TX (47.6 %)
- CA (30.4 %)
- NM (5.7 %)
- AZ (4.8 %)
- IL (3.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 93 |
| 1900-1910 | 185 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,141 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,173 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,211 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,885 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,498 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,327 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,253 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,288 |
| 1990-2000 | 975 |
| 2000-2010 | 601 |
| 2010-2019 | 231 |
| 2020-2029 | 94 |
Famous people named Consuelo
- Consuelo Vanderbilt: Socialite, Philanthropist
- Consuelo Velázquez: Songwriter, Pianist
Nicknames
Chelo, Connie, Cheli
Fun facts
- Consuelo originated as a shortened form of the Spanish devotional title 'Nuestra Señora del Consuelo'.
- Consuelo Vanderbilt was one of the most prominent American heiresses during the Gilded Age.