NAME PROFILE

Ignacio

Ignacio is the Spanish form of Ignatius, meaning 'fiery.' it has a charismatic, powerful energy and suggests a person who is visionary, principled, and community-minded.

Key Stats

Total births19,969
GenderMale (84% / 16%)
Peak year2001
Peak generationGen Z
First recorded1910
Most recent2025
Syllables3
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

TX — 25%CA — 24%AZ — 22%NM — 15%IL — 14%

Notable People

Ignacio Zaragoza (General) · Ignacio Lopez Tarso (Actor) · Ignacio Allende (General) · Ignacio Manuel Altamirano (Author) · Ignacio Ambriz (Coach)

Nicknames & Diminutives

Nacho

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