Servando
Servando is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
To serve or to save; derived from Germanic roots associated with protection or service.
Origin and history
Servando is a name of Germanic origin that developed within the Spanish language, traditionally associated with St. Servandus. It has a steady but minor presence in the United States, used primarily within Spanish-speaking communities and families seeking traditional heritage names. The name carries an classical, distinguished feel due to its historical roots.
Popularity in the United States
2,203 babies in the United States have been named Servando since 1880. It ranks #2752 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1834.
States where it is most popular
- TX (72 %)
- CA (25.5 %)
- AZ (1.1 %)
- IL (0.67 %)
- FL (0.34 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 10 |
| 1920-1930 | 81 |
| 1930-1940 | 98 |
| 1940-1950 | 107 |
| 1950-1960 | 153 |
| 1960-1970 | 138 |
| 1970-1980 | 206 |
| 1980-1990 | 265 |
| 1990-2000 | 383 |
| 2000-2010 | 451 |
| 2010-2019 | 218 |
| 2020-2029 | 93 |
Famous people named Servando
- Servando Teresa de Mier: Priest, Writer
- Servando Carrasco: Soccer Player
Fun facts
- Saint Servandus is historically honored as a patron saint of Cádiz, Spain.
- Despite its strong Spanish associations, the name traces its roots back to ancient Germanic word elements.