Holding steady.
Popularity of Erasto since 1952
Babies named Erasto per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 11 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 12 |
| 1980s | 25 |
| 1990s | 52 |
| 2000s | 33 |
| 2010s | 12 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Erasto is a very rare name in the United States, never having ranked among the top 1000 since records began in 1880. Its peak year was 1995, though even then it was given to only a handful of boys. The name carries a gentle meaning, 'beloved', from the Greek Erastos, and has a biblical connection through Erastus, a companion of Saint Paul. Primarily used in Spanish-speaking communities, Erasto remains a distinctive choice. Its trajectory has been stable over the decades, with no significant surge in usage.
Erasto is a Spanish and Italian form of the Greek name Erastos, derived from erastos meaning 'beloved' or 'lovely'. The name appears in the New Testament as Erastus, a companion of Saint Paul. It has been used in Spanish-speaking countries since at least the 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Erastus, Erast
Sibling names for Erasto
Names that share Erasto's style, for a brother or sister.
