Holding steady, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Navarro since 1934
Babies named Navarro per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 13 |
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 55 |
| 2010s | 98 |
| 2020s | 42 |
Meaning & origin
Navarro is a surname-turned-first-name with roots in the ancient kingdom of Navarre. First recorded as a given name in 1934, it has never broken into wide popularity; as of 2025 it ranks 9,714th, with a 1-in-244,011 birth rate. Its peak year came in 2018, suggesting a modest uptick in interest during the late 2010s. The name has a stable trajectory and has not been recorded in any top state lists, pointing to its scattered, low-frequency use. Navarro appeals to parents seeking a distinctive, geographic surname style with Spanish flair.
Navarro is a Spanish and Portuguese surname meaning 'from Navarre,' a historic kingdom in the Pyrenees. As a given name, it emerged in the United States in the early 20th century, likely adopted from prominent surnames. Its use as a first name remains uncommon but has gradually increased since the 1990s, often chosen for its strong, distinctive sound.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nav, Varro
Sibling names for Navarro
Names that share Navarro's style, for a brother or sister.
