Holding steady.
Popularity of Cresencia since 1920
Babies named Cresencia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 70 |
| 1930s | 23 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cresencia, an uncommon Spanish feminine name, brings with it a sense of antiquity and religious heritage. First recorded in the United States in 1920, the name saw its peak usage in 1927, though it has never been a common choice. Its trajectory has been stable, with little fluctuation over the decades. The name's roots in the Latin 'crescere' connect it to ideas of growth and prosperity, reinforced by its association with early Christian saints. While it never broke into widespread popularity, Cresencia maintains a quiet presence, particularly in communities with Spanish cultural ties.
Cresencia is the Spanish feminine form of the Latin name Crescentius, derived from the verb 'crescere' meaning 'to grow'. The name was borne by several early Christian saints, including Saint Crescentia, a 4th-century martyr. It has been used in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in the Philippines, since the Spanish colonial period.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cresi, Cencia, Chen
Variants: Crescencia, Crescentia
Sibling names for Cresencia
Names that share Cresencia's style, for a brother or sister.
