Uvaldo
Uvaldo is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Ruler, powerful, or wealth-rule.
Origin and history
Uvaldo is a masculine name of Germanic origin, traditionally used in Spanish-speaking cultures as a variant of Waldo or Osvaldo. It derives from elements meaning rule, power, or wealth. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice with steady, low-volume usage over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
633 babies in the United States have been named Uvaldo since 1880. It ranks #4043 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1921.
States where it is most popular
- TX (86.8 %)
- CA (13.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 30 |
| 1930-1940 | 45 |
| 1940-1950 | 45 |
| 1950-1960 | 53 |
| 1960-1970 | 58 |
| 1970-1980 | 70 |
| 1980-1990 | 85 |
| 1990-2000 | 107 |
| 2000-2010 | 91 |
| 2010-2019 | 38 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Nicknames
Uva, Val
Fun facts
- Uvaldo entered the Spanish language through Germanic linguistic influence in early Europe, cognate with names like Waldo and Osvaldo.
- With just over 600 total recorded births in the U.S. since 1880, Uvaldo has consistently maintained a very quiet presence.