Ventura
Ventura is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Good fortune, luck, or destiny.
Origin and history
Ventura is a traditional Spanish masculine name derived from the Latin word for fortune or good luck. Historically used as both a given name and a surname, it has a long history in Spanish-speaking regions. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice with steady, low-level usage over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,301 babies in the United States have been named Ventura since 1880. It ranks #3404 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1902.
States where it is most popular
- TX (75.3 %)
- CA (23.7 %)
- NY (1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 42 |
| 1920-1930 | 168 |
| 1930-1940 | 105 |
| 1940-1950 | 125 |
| 1950-1960 | 128 |
| 1960-1970 | 123 |
| 1970-1980 | 122 |
| 1980-1990 | 110 |
| 1990-2000 | 162 |
| 2000-2010 | 118 |
| 2010-2019 | 73 |
| 2020-2029 | 25 |
Famous people named Ventura
- Ventura Alvarado: Athlete, Soccer Player
Fun facts
- Ventura shares its Latin root 'ventura' (meaning 'things to come') with English words like 'adventure' and 'venture'.
- Ventura is widely recognized in North America as the name of a coastal city and county in Southern California.