Holding steady.
Popularity of Hortensia since 1896
Babies named Hortensia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 145 |
| 1920s | 443 |
| 1930s | 323 |
| 1940s | 256 |
| 1950s | 267 |
| 1960s | 175 |
| 1970s | 97 |
| 1980s | 50 |
| 1990s | 28 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Hortensia is a name with deep classical roots, first recorded in the U.S. in 1896. Its peak year came in 1928, reflecting its greatest popularity during the 1920s. The name is associated with the Roman orator Hortensia and the hydrangea flower, though its trajectory has remained stable over the decades. Despite not being common today, it carries a distinguished heritage and a botanical elegance that may appeal to parents seeking a vintage yet uncommon choice.
Hortensia is the feminine form of the Roman family name Hortensius, which is thought to derive from Latin 'hortus' meaning 'garden'. The name is also associated with the hydrangea flower, which was named after the French astronomer's wife, Hortense Lepaute, in the 18th century. Hortensia was used in ancient Rome, notably by a female orator who defended her inheritance, and later enjoyed popularity in the 19th and early 20th centuries, especially in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries.
“Hortensia” around the world
Where Hortensia lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hortie, Tensi, Sia
Sibling names for Hortensia
Names that share Hortensia's style, for a brother or sister.
