Encarnación is a Spanish given name, derived from the Spanish word 'encarnación', which means 'incarnation'. It is predominantly used in Spain and Latin America, particularly among communities of Catholic heritage. This name is often bestowed upon children born around Christmas time, as it holds religious significance related to the Christian belief in the incarnation of Jesus Christ. The name is typically given to both boys and girls, though its popularity varies by region and era. In some cases, it may be shortened or used interchangeably with other names like Encarnita for females, and Encarnado for males.
"Encarnacion experienced fluctuations in annual births over time, ranging from a low of 5 to a peak of 26. The years with the highest birth numbers were primarily between 1920 and 1938, with several years having 18 or more births. After 1940, there was a general decline in annual births, with most years seeing fewer than 15 births. Interestingly, despite these fluctuations, the name remained relatively popular over time, with a total of 845 births recorded across these years."