Find out how popular the first name Fernandez has been for the last 47 years (from 1974 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Fernandez by gender

Based on the last 47 years of data, Fernandez is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Fernandez.

The history of the first name Fernandez

The given name Fernandez originated from the Spanish language during the medieval period. It derives from the Spanish surname Fernández, which means "son of Fernando." Fernando, in turn, comes from the Germanic name Ferdinand, meaning "journey" or "adventurous."

The earliest recorded use of Fernandez as a given name dates back to the 13th century in Spain. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this name was Fernandez de Trujillo, a Spanish explorer who accompanied Christopher Columbus on his second voyage to the Americas in 1493.

In the 16th century, Fernandez de Oviedo y Valdés (1478-1557) was a Spanish historian and author who wrote the first comprehensive account of the natural history of the West Indies. His work, "Natural History of the West Indies," provided valuable insights into the flora, fauna, and indigenous peoples of the Caribbean region.

During the 17th century, Fernandez de Córdoba (1575-1625) was a Spanish military leader and diplomat who played a significant role in the Thirty Years' War. He is best known for his victory over Protestant forces at the Battle of Wimpfen in 1622.

In the 18th century, Fernandez de Navarrete (1765-1844) was a Spanish naval officer and historian who wrote extensively about the early voyages of exploration and the history of the Spanish navy.

In the 19th century, Fernandez de Castro (1828-1904) was a Cuban poet and playwright who helped to establish the Cuban literary tradition. His works, such as "Amor con Amor se Paga" and "La Cuarterona," explored themes of love, identity, and social injustice.

While the name Fernandez has its roots in Spain and the Spanish-speaking world, it has since spread to other parts of the globe, particularly through Spanish colonization and migration. Today, Fernandez is a relatively common given name in many Spanish-speaking countries, as well as in regions with significant Spanish-speaking populations.

Data source

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