Holding steady.
Popularity of Uno since 1908
Babies named Uno per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Uno's real moment was 1908.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 91 |
| 1920s | 7 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Uno is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1908 with 5 births. Since then, it has remained extremely uncommon, with no years reaching the top 1000. The name's trajectory is stable at a very low frequency, reflecting its use as a distinctive or symbolic choice. As an ordinal name meaning 'one,' it appeals to parents seeking a unique, minimalist, or number-related name. Its strongest historical presence was in the early 1900s, but it has not seen a revival. While no top states recorded significant usage, Uno's simplicity and cross-lingual recognition make it a rare but intriguing option.
Uno is the Italian and Spanish word for 'one,' derived from Latin 'unus.' In Scandinavian countries, it emerged as a given name in the late 19th century, possibly as a short form of names like Uno or as a symbolic choice for a firstborn. In the United States, it has appeared sporadically, often used as a distinctive or ordinal name.
Sibling names for Uno
Names that share Uno's style, for a brother or sister.
