Asunción is a female given name of Spanish origin. It means "assumption" and is derived from the Latin word "assumptio," which translates to "taking up." The name Asunción is often associated with the Assumption of Mary, a Christian holiday celebrating the belief that the Virgin Mary was taken bodily into heaven at the end of her earthly life.
The name Asunción has a rich history and cultural significance in Spanish-speaking countries. It was traditionally given to girls born around the time of the Assumption Day on August 15th. In many Spanish-speaking cultures, it is considered a beautiful and elegant name with a strong connection to faith and religious traditions.
Some famous individuals named Asunción include Asunción Balaguer, a Spanish actress known for her work in theatre and cinema during the mid-20th century, and Asunción Lavrín Cedeño, a Costa Rican politician who served as the Minister of Culture and Youth from 1978 to 1982.
The name Asuncion has been used infrequently but consistently over the years in the United States, with a total of 76 babies given this name since 1923. The most popular years for the name were 1945 and 1949, with 6 births each, followed by several years with 5 births each between 1958 and 2002. There was also a peak in popularity in 1982 with 9 births that year. Overall, the name Asuncion has been given to an average of around one baby per year over the past century in the United States.