Fidel
Fidel is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Faithful, loyal, or trustworthy.
Origin and history
Fidel is a masculine name derived from the Latin word 'fidelis', which means faithful or loyal. It has a long history of use in Spanish and Latin American cultures. In the United States, it has maintained steady, moderate usage over the past century.
Popularity in the United States
11,321 babies in the United States have been named Fidel since 1880. It ranks #1114 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1449.
States where it is most popular
- TX (41.2 %)
- CA (38.6 %)
- NM (4.9 %)
- IL (4.9 %)
- NY (2.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 32 |
| 1900-1910 | 37 |
| 1910-1920 | 294 |
| 1920-1930 | 674 |
| 1930-1940 | 622 |
| 1940-1950 | 737 |
| 1950-1960 | 873 |
| 1960-1970 | 865 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,031 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,314 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,715 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,673 |
| 2010-2019 | 967 |
| 2020-2029 | 487 |
Famous people named Fidel
- Fidel Castro: Political Leader, Revolutionary
- Fidel Ramos: President, Military Officer
Fun facts
- The name comes directly from the Latin word 'fidelis', which also gives rise to the English word 'fidelity'.
- The name has been borne by various prominent figures, saints, and leaders throughout Spanish and global history.