Tito
Tito is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Saved, honored, or giant.
Origin and history
Tito is a masculine name with Latin roots, historically serving as a diminutive or variant of Titus, meaning 'saved' or 'honored'. It is also widely recognized as an affectionate Spanish and Italian name. In the United States, it remains a rare but distinct choice with steady usage over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
3,376 babies in the United States have been named Tito since 1880. It ranks #2211 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1800.
States where it is most popular
- CA (31.6 %)
- TX (29.8 %)
- NY (20.3 %)
- NM (3.6 %)
- FL (2.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 67 |
| 1920-1930 | 120 |
| 1930-1940 | 172 |
| 1940-1950 | 162 |
| 1950-1960 | 236 |
| 1960-1970 | 305 |
| 1970-1980 | 664 |
| 1980-1990 | 485 |
| 1990-2000 | 412 |
| 2000-2010 | 359 |
| 2010-2019 | 262 |
| 2020-2029 | 127 |
Famous people named Tito
- Tito Jackson: Singer, Guitarist
Fun facts
- Tito originated as the Italian and Spanish form of the classical Latin name Titus.
- Beyond the Americas, Tito is famously associated with historical and cultural figures across Europe and Africa.