MallowbyNames

Gumaro

goo-MAH-roh · Of debated origin; possibly a variant of Gumaro, which may derive from a Visigothic name meaning 'famous spear'.

Peak popularity
1998
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Gumaro since 1947

Babies named Gumaro per year in U.S. Social Security records.

612181960198020002020Most births 1998Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1940s6
1950s5
1960s0
1970s33
1980s94
1990s128
2000s84
2010s40
2020s6

Meaning & origin

Gumaro is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1947. It reached its peak in 1998 but has never ranked among the top 1000 names, reflecting its consistent but niche usage. The name is most likely of Visigothic origin, connecting it to early medieval Germanic naming traditions that spread into the Iberian Peninsula. While its etymology is debated, it may share roots with names like Gundomar, combining elements meaning 'war' and 'fame'. In modern usage, Gumaro remains distinctive, with a stable trajectory in recent decades. It has no recorded top state concentration, indicating its scattered and infrequent use across the country.

Gumaro is a name of uncertain but likely Germanic origin, possibly from the Gothic 'Gunthmar' or 'Gundomar', composed of elements meaning 'war' or 'battle' and 'famous'. It was adopted in Spanish and Italian naming traditions, possibly via the Visigoths. The name has remained rare throughout its recorded use.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Guma

Variants: Gumaro, Gumersindo

Sibling names for Gumaro

Names that share Gumaro's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Gumaro mean?
Gumaro is thought to derive from a Gothic name meaning 'famous spear', though its exact origin is debated.
How popular is the name Gumaro?
Gumaro is a rare name; it never ranked in the top 1000 in the U.S. Its peak year was 1998, and it has remained stable in usage.
Is Gumaro a boy or girl name?
Gumaro is traditionally a boy's name.