How Many People Are Named Telesforo?

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

Telesforo
Very Rare
Ancient Greek

Telesforo means 'helper' or 'benefactor', a name steeped in ancient Greek origins. Only 122 people named Telesforo live in the US today, making up just 1 in 2,707,599 Americans. The majority of Telesforos are over 60, reflecting its peak popularity in 1933.

~122
Living in US
1 in 2,707,599
Americans
1933
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Helper, benefactor
🌐
Origin
Ancient Greek
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Turquoise
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Supportive Wise Respected
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to knowledge.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

29,074
Worldwide Bearers
#28,571
Global Rank
🇲🇽 Mexico
13,152
🇵🇪 Peru
3,663
🇵🇭 Philippines
3,327
🇦🇷 Argentina
1,936
🇬🇹 Guatemala
1,367
🇺🇸 United States
1,192
🇪🇸 Spain
988
🇨🇴 Colombia
972
🇧🇴 Bolivia
453
🇻🇪 Venezuela
426

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
122 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 76
5
Would be under 30 (2%)
62
Would be 30–60 (25%)
184
Would be over 60 (73%)

All 251 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: 1933

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
71
Classic Feel
70
Modern Appeal
30
International
98

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

📜 Telesforo Through the Generations

Telesforo, a name rooted in ancient Greek, has seen a stable presence in the United States since its peak in 1933 when 10 babies were given this moniker. Today, the name's legacy lives on with 122 individuals bearing it, most of whom are over 60 years old. This age distribution paints a picture of a name cherished by older generations, with only a handful of younger Telesforos joining their ranks.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 83

✨ Similar Names to Telesforo

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Telesforo's Ancient Greek roots

📄 About the Name Telesforo

How Many People Have the Name Telesforo?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 122 people in the United States currently share the name Telesforo. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,707,599 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Telesforo a Common or Rare Name?

Telesforo 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 Telesforo Mean?

Telesforo means "helper, benefactor" and comes from Ancient Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Telesforo Most Popular?

The name Telesforo reached peak popularity in 1933, with 10 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 Telesforo?

Approximately 122 people named Telesforo live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 251. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,707,599 Americans.

Is Telesforo a rare name?

Telesforo is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,707,599 Americans has this name.

What does the name Telesforo mean?

Telesforo means "helper, benefactor" and comes from Ancient Greek origins.

Is Telesforo more male or female?

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

When was Telesforo most popular?

Telesforo peaked in 1933 with 10 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 US122
All-Time Births251
1 in X1 in 2,707,599
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age76
Peak Year1933
World Rank#28,571
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.