Genaro is a name of Spanish origin and means "noble" or "generous". It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "genere", which means "race" or "kind". The name Genaro has been used historically in Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries, but it is not as common as some other Spanish names. Some famous people named Genaro include Mexican singer-songwriter Genaroibarra and Italian soccer player Genaro Gattuso.
The name Genaro has a unique history of popularity and fluctuations in the United States over the past century. Between 1908 and 2023, there have been a total of 7,550 births with the name Genaro.
In the early 20th century, the name experienced modest popularity, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1908 to 1920. However, starting in 1921, there was a significant increase in popularity, with over 30 births each year until 1934.
The peak of Genaro's popularity occurred between the mid-1950s and late 1970s. In 1969 and 1970, there were over 60 births per year, reaching a high of 93 births in 1975. This period of popularity lasted until the early 1980s, with consistent numbers ranging from 70 to 100 births annually.
After 1984, the popularity of the name Genaro began to decline steadily. There were fewer than 60 births per year between 1985 and 2000, with notable dips in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Since the turn of the millennium, Genaro's popularity has remained relatively low, hovering around 50 to 70 births per year.
Despite the fluctuations in popularity over time, the name Genaro continues to be chosen for newborns in the United States, with a total of 62 births recorded in 2023 alone. This historical overview illustrates the unique journey of the name Genaro and its place in American naming trends throughout the past century.