Holding steady.
Popularity of Frutoso since 1915
Babies named Frutoso per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 13 |
| 1920s | 52 |
| 1930s | 24 |
| 1940s | 18 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Frutoso is a rare Spanish and Portuguese name that has never broken into mainstream popularity in the United States. With its first recorded use in 1915 and a peak in 1924, it saw modest use primarily in the early 20th century. The name derives from the Latin 'fructuosus', meaning 'fruitful', and carries a religious association with Saint Fructuosus of Braga. Its trajectory has been stable but extremely low, averaging fewer than five births per year nationally since World War II. No top states are recorded, reflecting its scattered usage. Parents today may find it a distinctive choice with old-world charm, but it remains outside the top 1000 in 2025.
Frutoso is a Spanish and Portuguese name derived from the Latin 'fructuosus', meaning 'fruitful' or 'productive'. It was used as a given name in the Middle Ages, often associated with saints such as Saint Fructuosus of Braga, a 7th-century bishop. The name has remained rare but continues occasional use particularly in Spanish-speaking regions.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Fructuoso
Sibling names for Frutoso
Names that share Frutoso's style, for a brother or sister.
