How Many People Are Named Arcadio?

Complete statistics for the name Arcadio: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Arcadio
Very Rare
Spanish

Arcadio means 'watchful' in Spanish, making it a name rich in history and significance. Only 809 people named Arcadio live in the US today, which is just 1 in 407,785 Americans, making it very rare indeed. The majority, 41%, are over 60, giving the name a decidedly older-generation feel.

~163
Living in US
1 in 2,033,431
Americans
1988
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Watchful
🌐
Origin
Spanish
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 33
Personality Traits
Observant Thoughtful
33
Life Path Number

Traditionally, the life-path number 33 is associated with spiritual leadership and humanitarianism, indicating a person who's meant to inspire and guide others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

63,892
Worldwide Bearers
#15,041
Global Rank
🇲🇽 Mexico
16,912
🇵🇭 Philippines
10,561
🇨🇴 Colombia
7,556
🇵🇪 Peru
4,299
🇻🇪 Venezuela
3,864
🇺🇸 United States
2,996
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
2,724
🇬🇹 Guatemala
2,302
🇪🇸 Spain
1,991
🇵🇾 Paraguay
1,946

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
809 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 55
238
Would be under 30 (21%)
420
Would be 30–60 (38%)
461
Would be over 60 (41%)

All 1,119 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1988

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
88
Classic Feel
46
Modern Appeal
64
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Arcadio Through the Generations

Arcadio has seen its peak popularity in 1988 when 24 babies were given this name, but since then, it's been on a slow decline. Today, there are 809 people named Arcadio in the United States, with an average age of 55. This distribution shows a notable skew towards older individuals, with 461 being over 60, 420 aged between 30 and 60, and 238 under 30. It's a name that bridges classic and modern sensibilities, cherished by those who remember its heyday and appreciated by a younger generation for its unique charm.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 164
California 104
New York 36
Arizona 5

✨ Similar Names to Arcadio

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Arcadio's Spanish roots

📄 About the Name Arcadio

How Many People Have the Name Arcadio?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 163 people in the United States currently share the name Arcadio. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,033,431 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Arcadio a Common or Rare Name?

Arcadio is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Arcadio Mean?

Arcadio means "watchful" and comes from Spanish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Arcadio in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Arcadio Most Popular?

The name Arcadio reached peak popularity in 1988, with 24 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Arcadio?

Approximately 163 people named Arcadio live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 163. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,033,431 Americans.

Is Arcadio a rare name?

Arcadio is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,033,431 Americans has this name.

What does the name Arcadio mean?

Arcadio means "watchful" and comes from Spanish origins.

Is Arcadio more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Arcadio are male and 0% are female.

When was Arcadio most popular?

Arcadio peaked in 1988 with 24 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US163
All-Time Births163
1 in X1 in 2,033,431
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age55
Peak Year1988
World Rank#15,041
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.