Hortencia
Hortencia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Of the garden, gardener.
Origin and history
Hortencia is a variant spelling of Hortensia, derived from the Roman family name Hortensius, which relates to gardens or gardening. It has historical roots in ancient Rome and saw traditional usage in Hispanic communities within the United States. In recent decades, it has become a relatively rare choice for newborn girls.
Popularity in the United States
3,969 babies in the United States have been named Hortencia since 1880. It ranks #2800 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2079.
States where it is most popular
- TX (69.9 %)
- CA (25.5 %)
- AZ (4.3 %)
- NM (0.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 21 |
| 1910-1920 | 222 |
| 1920-1930 | 651 |
| 1930-1940 | 662 |
| 1940-1950 | 613 |
| 1950-1960 | 563 |
| 1960-1970 | 343 |
| 1970-1980 | 325 |
| 1980-1990 | 242 |
| 1990-2000 | 175 |
| 2000-2010 | 82 |
| 2010-2019 | 48 |
| 2020-2029 | 22 |
Famous people named Hortencia
- Hortencia Bussi: First Lady, Activist
Nicknames
Tencha, Horti
Fun facts
- The name derives from the ancient Roman patrician gens Hortensia, famous for the orator Hortensia who successfully argued against taxing wealthy women.
- It shares its root with the genus name Hortensia, commonly known as the hydrangea flower.