Enzon
A masculine given name from Italian origins meaning "home ruler" or "lord".
Name Census estimates that about 13 living Americans carry the first name Enzon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Enzon today is around 3 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Enzon births was 2023 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Enzon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Enzon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
13
~ 1 in 26,365,718 Americans
Peak year
2023
7 babies that year
Average age
3
years old
2024 SSA rank
#11,286
Tracked since 2023
Popularity
Enzon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Enzon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Enzon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 13 | 0 | 13 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Enzon
The name Enzon is believed to have originated from the Italian language, with its roots dating back to the Renaissance period in the 15th and 16th centuries. It is derived from the Latin word "enzo," which means "vineyard" or "vine." This connection to vineyards and winemaking suggests that the name may have been initially associated with families or individuals involved in the wine industry.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Enzon can be found in the writings of the Italian poet and scholar, Dante Alighieri. In his renowned work, "The Divine Comedy," Dante mentions a character named Enzon, who appears in the Purgatorio section of the epic poem. This reference dates back to the early 14th century, indicating the name's usage during that time period.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Enzon. One such figure was Enzon Comendone (1508-1584), an Italian prelate who served as a diplomat and cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church during the 16th century. Another prominent bearer of the name was Enzon Ferri (1892-1962), an Italian painter and sculptor known for his contributions to the Futurist movement in the early 20th century.
In the realm of literature, Enzon Ravasio (1916-2003) was an Italian poet and writer who gained recognition for his works exploring themes of nature and the human experience. Additionally, Enzon Gerardi (1900-1976) was an Italian film actor and director who appeared in numerous Italian and international productions throughout the mid-20th century.
One of the more recent individuals with the name Enzon was Enzon Ferrari (1929-2018), an Italian businessman and entrepreneur who played a significant role in the development of the renowned Ferrari automobile company. He served as the vice-president and a member of the board of directors for Ferrari, contributing to the brand's global success.
While the name Enzon has its roots in Italian culture and history, it has also gained popularity and usage in other parts of the world, particularly among individuals with Italian heritage or connections. However, the historical records and notable figures mentioned above provide a glimpse into the rich cultural and linguistic origins of this intriguing name.
People
Enzon + last name combinations
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Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Enzon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Enzon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 13 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Enzon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 26,365,718 US residents.
Is Enzon a common name?
We classify Enzon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 33.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 13 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Enzon most popular?
The single biggest year for Enzon was 2023, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Enzon is about 3 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Enzon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Enzon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Enzon in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Enzon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Enzon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Enzon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Enzon?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.