How Many People Are Named Hermenegildo?

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

Hermenegildo
Very Rare
Old Spanish

Hermenegildo means 'protector of the people' and is a rare name indeed, with only 1 in 5,797,967 Americans bearing it. That's just 57 people in the US today, making it truly unique. The majority of those named Hermenegildo are over 60, giving the name a decidedly older feel.

~427
Living in US
1 in 776,228
Americans
1995
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Protector of the people
🌐
Origin
Old Spanish
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Turquoise
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Dignified Resolute Protective
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spirituality, and wisdom.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

153,628
Worldwide Bearers
#6,833
Global Rank
🇲🇿 Mozambique
52,799
🇦🇴 Angola
38,869
🇲🇽 Mexico
22,739
🇧🇷 Brazil
7,118
🇵🇪 Peru
5,463
🇬🇹 Guatemala
4,319
🇦🇷 Argentina
3,466
🇵🇾 Paraguay
2,710
🇵🇭 Philippines
2,390
🇪🇸 Spain
2,193

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
57 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 62
15
Would be under 30 (16%)
39
Would be 30–60 (43%)
37
Would be over 60 (41%)

All 91 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: 1995

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
54
Classic Feel
24
Modern Appeal
76
International
100

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

📜 Hermenegildo Through the Generations

Hermenegildo, a name with roots in Old Spanish, has seen its peak popularity in 1995 when 9 babies were given this distinctive moniker. Today, the name's bearers average around 62 years old, reflecting its status as a more mature choice. With 15 under-30, 39 aged 30-60, and 37 over 60, the age distribution skews older, indicating that it's less common among younger generations. its rarity, Hermenegildo remains stable in usage, suggesting it's a name that resonates with some families.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 5

✨ Similar Names to Hermenegildo

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Hermenegildo's Old Spanish roots

📄 About the Name Hermenegildo

How Many People Have the Name Hermenegildo?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 427 people in the United States currently share the name Hermenegildo. That works out to roughly 1 in every 776,228 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Hermenegildo a Common or Rare Name?

Hermenegildo 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 Hermenegildo Mean?

Hermenegildo means "protector of the people" and comes from Old Spanish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Hermenegildo Most Popular?

The name Hermenegildo reached peak popularity in 1995, with 9 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Hermenegildo?

Approximately 427 people named Hermenegildo live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 427. That works out to roughly 1 in 776,228 Americans.

Is Hermenegildo a rare name?

Hermenegildo is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 776,228 Americans has this name.

What does the name Hermenegildo mean?

Hermenegildo means "protector of the people" and comes from Old Spanish origins.

Is Hermenegildo more male or female?

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

When was Hermenegildo most popular?

Hermenegildo peaked in 1995 with 9 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 US427
All-Time Births427
1 in X1 in 776,228
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age62
Peak Year1995
World Rank#6,833
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.