Fantazia
A feminine name of Italian origin representing fantasy or an imaginative world.
Name Census estimates that about 28 living Americans carry the first name Fantazia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Fantazia today is around 29 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Fantazia births was 1992 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Fantazia. 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 Fantazia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
28
~ 1 in 12,241,226 Americans
Peak year
1992
7 babies that year
Average age
29
years old
2004 SSA rank
#16,956
Tracked since 1992
Popularity
Fantazia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Fantazia from the 1990s through to the 2000s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 24 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Fantazia 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 Fantazia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Fantazia
The name Fantazia is derived from the Italian word "fantasia," which means "fantasy" or "imagination." Its roots can be traced back to the Late Latin word "phantasia," which in turn comes from the Ancient Greek word "phantasia," meaning "imagination" or "appearance." The name's origins are rooted in the Renaissance period of the 14th to 17th centuries, when artistic expression and creativity flourished in Italy.
The name Fantazia gained popularity during the Renaissance, particularly among artists and intellectuals who valued imagination and creative expression. It was often associated with the arts, literature, and the pursuit of knowledge. The name may have been inspired by the works of renowned Italian writers and philosophers, such as Dante Alighieri and Giordano Bruno, who explored the realms of fantasy and imagination in their writings.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Fantazia can be found in the works of the Italian Renaissance poet Torquato Tasso (1544-1595). In his epic poem "Gerusalemme Liberata" (Jerusalem Delivered), he introduces a character named Fantazia, personifying the concept of imagination. This literary reference contributed to the name's association with creativity and artistic expression.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Fantazia. One of the earliest recorded figures was Fantazia Contarini (1530-1585), a Venetian noblewoman and patron of the arts. She was known for her support of artists and writers during the height of the Renaissance.
Another prominent figure was Fantazia Capranica (1630-1699), an Italian composer and musician who lived during the Baroque period. She was celebrated for her skill in composing sacred music and was highly regarded in Rome's musical circles.
In the 19th century, Fantazia Zambrini (1835-1912) was an Italian painter and sculptor who gained recognition for her works depicting mythological and allegorical subjects. Her artistic style reflected the influence of the Romantic movement and its emphasis on imagination and emotion.
A more recent figure was Fantazia Monaldi (1915-2003), an Italian author and journalist who wrote several novels and articles exploring themes of fantasy and imagination. Her works were widely acclaimed for their vivid storytelling and creative narratives.
The name Fantazia has also been associated with the performing arts. Fantazia Barrino (born 1984) is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame after winning the third season of the television talent competition "American Idol" in 2004. Her stage name, Fantasia, pays homage to her love for fantasy and imagination, which she often incorporates into her music and performances.
While the name Fantazia may not be as common today as it once was, it remains a unique and evocative choice, celebrating the power of imagination and artistic expression. Its historical roots and associations with creativity continue to captivate those who value the realm of fantasy and the pursuit of artistic endeavors.
People
Fantazia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Fantazia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Fantazia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Fantazia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 28 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Fantazia 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 12,241,226 US residents.
Is Fantazia a common name?
We classify Fantazia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 45.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 29 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Fantazia most popular?
The single biggest year for Fantazia was 1992, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Fantazia is about 29 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 Fantazia in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Fantazia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Fantazia in the SSA data are female. 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 Fantazia still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Fantazia 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 Fantazia 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 Fantazia?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.