Genaro
Genaro is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Devoted to Janus, or sacred to the month of January.
Origin and history
Genaro is a masculine name of Latin origin, derived from Januarius, which means 'devoted to Janus' or 'born in January'. It is the Spanish and Italian variation of the Roman name. In the United States, it maintains steady, moderate usage, particularly within Hispanic communities.
Popularity in the United States
7,669 babies in the United States have been named Genaro since 1880. It ranks #1385 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1564.
States where it is most popular
- TX (50.4 %)
- CA (36.3 %)
- IL (4.3 %)
- NY (4 %)
- AZ (2.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 159 |
| 1920-1930 | 401 |
| 1930-1940 | 421 |
| 1940-1950 | 390 |
| 1950-1960 | 532 |
| 1960-1970 | 532 |
| 1970-1980 | 769 |
| 1980-1990 | 924 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,267 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,274 |
| 2010-2019 | 631 |
| 2020-2029 | 364 |
Famous people named Genaro
- Genaro Hernández: Professional Boxer
Nicknames
Geno
Fun facts
- The name stems from Janus, the two-faced Roman god of beginnings, transitions, and doorways.
- Saint Januarius is famously celebrated in Italy and Spanish-speaking countries, where feast days honor his memory.