Rigoberto
Rigoberto is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Bright ruler, famous leader, or rich in glory.
Origin and history
Rigoberto is a name of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning bright or famous and rich or ruler. It spread into Romance languages, particularly Spanish and Italian, through Gothic and Frankish influence. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady usage as a traditional masculine choice.
Popularity in the United States
11,414 babies in the United States have been named Rigoberto since 1880. It ranks #1108 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1486.
States where it is most popular
- CA (50.4 %)
- TX (27.6 %)
- IL (5.8 %)
- FL (4 %)
- AZ (3.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 31 |
| 1930-1940 | 68 |
| 1940-1950 | 124 |
| 1950-1960 | 303 |
| 1960-1970 | 533 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,240 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,179 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,688 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,626 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,177 |
| 2020-2029 | 445 |
Famous people named Rigoberto
- Rigoberto Urán: Cyclist, Athlete
- Rigoberto Padilla: Soccer Player, Athlete
Nicknames
Rigo, Berto
Fun facts
- Though derived from ancient Germanic roots (Ric- and Bahrht), Rigoberto became widely adopted in Spanish and Italian traditions.
- Saint Rigobert was the Archbishop of Reims during the Merovingian period in France.