Find out how popular the first name Diablo has been for the last 1 years (from 1975 to 1975) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Diablo by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Diablo is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1975, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Diablo.

The history of the first name Diablo

The name Diablo originates from the Spanish language, derived from the Latin word "diabolus," which means "devil" or "evil spirit." The roots of this word can be traced back to ancient Greek, where "diabolos" meant "slanderer" or "accuser."

While the name itself does not have a positive connotation, it has been used throughout history, although not extensively. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Diablo can be found in the 16th-century Spanish novel "El Ingenioso Hidalgo Don Quijote de la Mancha" by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, where a character is referred to as "El Diablo Cojuelo" (The Lame Devil).

In the realm of literature, Diablo has also been used as a character name in various works, including the 1824 short story "El Diablo Mundo" by José de Espronceda, and the 1856 novel "El Diablo Cojuelo" by Luis Vélez de Guevara.

One notable historical figure with the name Diablo was Diablo Cojuelo, a 17th-century Spanish actor and comedian known for his satirical plays and performances. Another individual was Diablo Verde, a 19th-century Mexican revolutionary and bandit who fought against the French intervention in Mexico.

In the world of sports, Diablo Amarillo (Yellow Devil) was the nickname given to the Mexican boxer José Ángel Espinoza, who was born in 1935 and had a successful professional career in the 1960s and 1970s.

Additionally, Diablo Rojo (Red Devil) was the moniker of Miguel Torres, a Mexican professional wrestler who competed in the 1970s and 1980s. He was known for his fiery red mask and intense in-ring persona.

While the name Diablo may have negative connotations, it has been used throughout history, predominantly in Spanish-speaking cultures, as a literary device, a nickname, or even as a given name, although its usage has been relatively limited compared to more common names.

Data source

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