Generosa is a female given name of Latin origin. It means "generous" or "giving freely." The name comes from the Latin word "generosus," which means "noble" or "of high birth." Generosa was also the name of a martyr and saint in the early Christian church, who was persecuted during the reign of Emperor Diocletian. Despite its historical roots, however, the name Generosa is not commonly used today, and may be considered somewhat old-fashioned or unusual by modern standards.
Statistics for the Name Generosa in the United States:
* In 1913, there were 5 newborn girls named Generosa.
* A decade later, in 1926, the number of baby girls named Generosa increased to 6.
* There was another spike in popularity in 1968, with 5 newborn girls receiving the name Generosa.
* The trend continued in 1974, with another 5 baby girls being named Generosa.
In total, over these four years, there were 21 newborn girls named Generosa in the United States.