Etalo
A feminine name potentially of Spanish origin meaning "morning star".
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Etalo. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Etalo today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Etalo births was 1923 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Etalo. 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 Etalo. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1923
5 babies that year
Average age
-
1923 SSA rank
#4,439
Tracked since 1923
Popularity
Etalo: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Etalo 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 Etalo during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Etalo
The given name Etalo is believed to have originated from the ancient Indo-European language spoken in parts of modern-day Italy and Greece. The name is thought to be derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "etho," which means "to shine" or "to radiate." This suggests that the name was initially associated with the concept of light, brilliance, or radiance.
In ancient Greek mythology, there is a reference to a figure named Etalos, who was a minor deity associated with the sun and its warming rays. This connection further reinforces the potential link between the name and the idea of light or illumination. However, concrete historical records providing definitive information about the early use of the name Etalo are scarce.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Etalo can be found in Byzantine chronicles from the 6th century CE. These chronicles mention an individual named Etalo, who was a nobleman and military commander during the reign of Emperor Justinian I. Unfortunately, beyond this brief mention, little is known about this historical figure's life or accomplishments.
In the 12th century, an Italian scholar and philosopher named Etalo da Parma (born around 1135 in Parma, Italy) gained recognition for his contributions to the study of logic and metaphysics. His works, including commentaries on Aristotle's writings, were influential during the medieval period.
During the Renaissance, an Italian architect and sculptor named Etalo Strozzi (born in 1470 in Florence, Italy) achieved fame for his innovative architectural designs and intricate sculptural works. Some of his notable creations can still be found in various churches and public buildings throughout Italy.
In the 19th century, a notable figure with the name Etalo was Etalo Pettinati (1808-1876), an Italian painter and art educator. He was known for his realistic portraiture and his contributions to the development of art education in Italy.
It's important to note that while the name Etalo has been used throughout history, it has remained relatively uncommon in most cultures and regions. The examples provided here are just a few instances where the name has appeared, but its overall prevalence and historical significance remain limited compared to some more widely used names.
People
Etalo + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Etalo as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Etalo: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Etalo?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Etalo 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 - US residents.
Is Etalo a common name?
We classify Etalo as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Etalo most popular?
The single biggest year for Etalo was 1923, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Etalo is about 0 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 Etalo in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Etalo a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Etalo 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 Etalo still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Etalo 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 Etalo 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 are called Etalo?
You can see how many people have the name Etalo on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.