Rising since 2013, #777 for boys today.
Popularity of Alvaro since 1914
Babies named Alvaro per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 78 |
| 1920s | 259 |
| 1930s | 232 |
| 1940s | 270 |
| 1950s | 499 |
| 1960s | 658 |
| 1970s | 1,202 |
| 1980s | 2,422 |
| 1990s | 3,355 |
| 2000s | 3,910 |
| 2010s | 2,575 |
| 2020s | 1,897 |
Meaning & origin
Alvaro has a long history in the Spanish-speaking world, rooted in its Germanic origins. In the United States, it first appeared on the Social Security list in 1914 and has seen fluctuating popularity. It reached its highest rank of 777 in 2000, with a peak year in 2000. After a period of decline, it has been rising again since 2013, reflecting renewed interest. The name is most common in states with large Hispanic populations, including Texas, California, and Colorado. With its strong meaning and cultural resonance, Alvaro remains a distinctive choice.
Alvaro derives from the Germanic name *Alfher*, composed of *albiz* (elf) and *harjaz* (army, warrior). It was introduced to Iberia by the Visigoths and became common in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries. The name has been in use since the Middle Ages, with notable early bearers such as Álvaro de Luna, a 15th-century constable of Castile.
Where Alvaro is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Alvaro” around the world
Where Alvaro lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
35
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Al, Varito, Alvi
Sibling names for Alvaro
Names that share Alvaro's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Alvaro
Names whose popularity has moved with Alvaro's over the last 50 years.
