Find out how popular the first name Bonifacio has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Bonifacio by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Bonifacio is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 10 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Bonifacio.

The history of the first name Bonifacio

The name Bonifacio has its origins in the Late Latin name Bonifatius, derived from the Latin words bonus ("good") and fatus ("destiny" or "fate"). It was a name given to boys in the hope that they would have a good or fortunate destiny. The name first appeared in the 3rd century AD and was initially popularized among early Christian communities.

Bonifacio gained particular prominence during the Middle Ages, when several notable individuals bore this name. One of the earliest and most renowned was Pope Boniface I, who reigned from 418 to 422 AD. Another influential figure was the 8th-century English scholar and saint, Boniface of Crediton, who played a crucial role in the Christianization of Germanic parts of Europe.

In the 13th century, the name was borne by Bonifacio Calvo, an Italian lawyer and statesman who served as a diplomat for the Republic of Genoa. He is remembered for his involvement in the Treaty of Nymphaeum, which established peace between Genoa and the Empire of Nicaea in 1261.

The 16th century saw the rise of the Italian painter Bonifacio Veronese, whose real name was Bonifacio de' Pitati (1487-1553). He was a notable artist from Verona and is best known for his religious works, particularly his altarpieces and frescoes in churches throughout Northern Italy.

Another notable bearer of the name was the 17th-century Spanish explorer and navigator Bonifacio Sobrino (1592-1658). He led several expeditions to the Pacific Ocean and is credited with discovering the Solomon Islands in 1567, as well as exploring parts of the Mariana Islands and the Caroline Islands.

In the 19th century, the name was borne by the Italian patriot and revolutionary Bonifacio Cuomo (1808-1876). He played a significant role in the Risorgimento, the movement for Italian unification and independence, and was a close associate of the famous revolutionary leader Giuseppe Garibaldi.

These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals throughout history who have carried the name Bonifacio, reflecting its enduring presence across different cultures and time periods.

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