Cresencio
Cresencio is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Growing, flourishing, or increasing.
Origin and history
Cresencio is a traditional Spanish name derived from the Latin name Crescentius, which means growing or increasing. Historically used in Spanish-speaking communities, it has seen limited usage in the United States over time. Today, it remains a rare vintage name with a classic, classic-sounding rhythm.
Popularity in the United States
879 babies in the United States have been named Cresencio since 1880. It ranks #3799 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (95.9 %)
- CA (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 26 |
| 1920-1930 | 109 |
| 1930-1940 | 103 |
| 1940-1950 | 117 |
| 1950-1960 | 75 |
| 1960-1970 | 69 |
| 1970-1980 | 108 |
| 1980-1990 | 102 |
| 1990-2000 | 86 |
| 2000-2010 | 42 |
| 2010-2019 | 42 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Chencho
Fun facts
- The name shares its etymological origin with the word crescent, referring to the growing phase of the moon.
- It is a variant spelling of Crescencio, which includes the extra 'c' found in the original Latin form.