How Many People Are Named Genaro?

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

Genaro
Very Rare
Old Spanish

Genaro means 'supplanter' and is very rare, with only 1 in 54,710 Americans bearing this name. There are around 6,032 people named Genaro living in the US today, and the name peaked in popularity in 2000.

~449
Living in US
1 in 738,194
Americans
2000
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Supplanter
🌐
Origin
Old Spanish
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Ruby
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 33
Personality Traits
Determined Strong Confident
33
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 33 represents a powerful force for good, emphasizing leadership and humanitarian efforts.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

22,141
Worldwide Bearers
#4,271
Global Rank
🇻🇪 Venezuela
4,781
🇪🇨 Ecuador
4,226
🇧🇷 Brazil
3,527
🇪🇸 Spain
2,871
🇨🇱 Chile
2,539
🇨🇺 Cuba
2,489
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
933
🇺🇾 Uruguay
284
🇺🇬 Uganda
145
🇨🇦 Canada
111

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
6,032 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 46
2,621
Would be under 30 (34%)
2,753
Would be 30–60 (36%)
2,233
Would be over 60 (29%)

All 7,607 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: 2000

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
96
Classic Feel
40
Modern Appeal
70
International
5

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

📜 Genaro Through the Generations

Genaro, a name with roots in Old Spanish, has seen its share of ups and downs over the years. Born in the early 20th century, it gained traction through the decades, reaching its peak in 2000 with 152 births. Since then, the trend has been declining, but it still holds a special place among those who carry it. Today, the average age of someone named Genaro is 46, with a fairly even distribution across different age groups: 34% under 30, 37% aged 30-60, and 29% over 60.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 2,780
California 2,000
Illinois 240
New York 221
Arizona 120
Florida 56
Washington 28
North Carolina 22
New Jersey 18
New Mexico 18

⭐ Famous People Named Genaro

Genaro is a Hispanic masculine given name that may refer to the following notable people:Genaro Borrego Estrada, Mexican politician Genaro Carrió (1922–1997), Argentinian jurist and translator Genaro Castillo, Mexican football player Genaro Carreño Muro, Mexican politician Genaro David Góngora, Mexican jurist Genaro Díaz (1904–1963), Mexican bobsledder Genaro Estrada (1887–1937), Mexican statesman, academic, and writer Genaro Fessia, Argentine rugby union footballer Genaro García (boxer) (1977–2013), Mexican boxer Genaro García Luna, Mexican government official, engineer and later drug lord Ge…

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✨ Similar Names to Genaro

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Genaro's Old Spanish roots

📄 About the Name Genaro

How Many People Have the Name Genaro?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 449 people in the United States currently share the name Genaro. That works out to roughly 1 in every 738,194 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Genaro a Common or Rare Name?

Genaro 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 Genaro Mean?

Genaro means "supplanter" and comes from Old Spanish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Genaro Most Popular?

The name Genaro reached peak popularity in 2000, with 152 babies registered that year. Current trend: 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 Genaro?

Approximately 449 people named Genaro live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 449. That works out to roughly 1 in 738,194 Americans.

Is Genaro a rare name?

Genaro is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 738,194 Americans has this name.

What does the name Genaro mean?

Genaro means "supplanter" and comes from Old Spanish origins.

Is Genaro more male or female?

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

When was Genaro most popular?

Genaro peaked in 2000 with 152 births that year. Current trend: 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 US449
All-Time Births449
1 in X1 in 738,194
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age46
Peak Year2000
World Rank#4,271
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.