Encarnacion
Encarnacion is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Incarnation, referring to the embodiment of God in human form.
Origin and history
Encarnacion is a traditional Spanish name derived from the religious concept of the Incarnation. It is typically associated with the Catholic feast day Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación. While historically used across Spanish-speaking regions, it remains a rare given name in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
851 babies in the United States have been named Encarnacion since 1880. It ranks #3826 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1921.
States where it is most popular
- TX (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 13 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 81 |
| 1920-1930 | 195 |
| 1930-1940 | 130 |
| 1940-1950 | 126 |
| 1950-1960 | 104 |
| 1960-1970 | 62 |
| 1970-1980 | 75 |
| 1980-1990 | 41 |
| 1990-2000 | 18 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Famous people named Encarnacion
- Encarnación Alzona: Historian, Educator
Nicknames
Encarna, Chon
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Christian feast celebrating the Annunciation and the incarnation of Jesus.
- Although often given to females in honor of the Virgin Mary, Encarnacion is traditionally used for both males and females in Spanish-speaking cultures.