Declining since 2003, #5,399 for boys today.
Popularity of Servando since 1918
Babies named Servando per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 10 |
| 1920s | 81 |
| 1930s | 98 |
| 1940s | 107 |
| 1950s | 153 |
| 1960s | 138 |
| 1970s | 206 |
| 1980s | 265 |
| 1990s | 383 |
| 2000s | 451 |
| 2010s | 218 |
| 2020s | 93 |
Meaning & origin
Servando is a rare name in the United States, with its highest recorded usage occurring in 2007. According to Social Security data, it was first recorded in 1918, but it has never been common. As of 2025, it ranks 5,399th, with approximately 1 in every 100,475 babies given the name. The name has been on a downward trend since 2003, indicating declining popularity. Geographically, it is most common in Texas, suggesting a concentration among Hispanic communities. Despite its rarity, Servando carries a traditional Spanish heritage, rooted in early Christian martyrs. It represents a classic, underused choice for families seeking a name with historical depth and a strong, masculine sound.
Servando is a Spanish and Portuguese name, likely derived from the Latin cognomen Servandus, a gerundive form of servare ('to save, to preserve'). The name was borne by early Christian saints, including Saint Servandus, a 4th-century martyr venerated in Spain. While the name has been used in Iberia for centuries, its modern usage outside Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking communities remains rare.
Where Servando is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Servi, Vando
Variants: Servandus
Sibling names for Servando
Names that share Servando's style, for a brother or sister.
