Ginobili
An Italian name possibly derived from the roots "geno" and "bilis" meaning "noble birth".
Name Census estimates that about 7 living Americans carry the first name Ginobili. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ginobili today is around 21 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ginobili births was 2005 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ginobili. 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 Ginobili. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
7
~ 1 in 48,964,905 Americans
Peak year
2005
7 babies that year
Average age
21
years old
2005 SSA rank
#9,459
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Ginobili: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Ginobili 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 Ginobili during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Geography
Where Ginobilis live
Origin
Meaning and history of Ginobili
The name Ginobili is believed to have originated from the Italian language, with its roots dating back to the Renaissance period in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. It is thought to be derived from the Italian word "ginobilo," which means "delight" or "joy," suggesting that the name may have been given to individuals who brought happiness and contentment to their families or communities.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ginobili can be found in the historic city of Florence, Italy, where it was documented in various municipal records from the 16th century. During this time, Florence was a center of art, culture, and intellectual discourse, and it is possible that the name was associated with individuals who contributed to the city's vibrant cultural landscape.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ginobili, each leaving their mark in various fields. One such figure was Giovanni Battista Ginobili (1570-1644), an Italian painter and architect who was active during the Baroque period. His works, which included frescoes and architectural designs, can still be admired in various churches and palaces throughout Italy.
Another prominent figure was Antonio Ginobili (1712-1788), an Italian composer and violinist who lived during the late Baroque and early Classical periods. His compositions, which included operas, concertos, and sonatas, were highly regarded in his time and contributed to the development of Italian classical music.
In the realm of literature, Gian Battista Ginobili (1837-1914) was an Italian writer and journalist who published several novels and short stories that explored themes of social commentary and cultural critique. His works offered insight into the societal dynamics of 19th-century Italy and the struggles faced by its people.
Moving into the 20th century, Arturo Ginobili (1899-1984) was an Italian architect and urban planner who played a pivotal role in the reconstruction and modernization of several Italian cities after World War II. His innovative designs and urban planning strategies left a lasting impact on the architectural landscape of post-war Italy.
Finally, one cannot discuss the name Ginobili without mentioning Manu Ginobili (born in 1977), the legendary Argentine professional basketball player who achieved great success in the NBA with the San Antonio Spurs. His impressive skills, determination, and sportsmanship have earned him a place in the hearts of basketball fans worldwide, and his name has become synonymous with excellence in the sport.
People
Ginobili + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ginobili as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with G
Other first names starting with G with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ginobili: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ginobili?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 7 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ginobili 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 48,964,905 US residents.
Is Ginobili a common name?
We classify Ginobili as "Very Rare". It ranks above 23.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 7 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ginobili most popular?
The single biggest year for Ginobili was 2005, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ginobili is about 21 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 Ginobili in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ginobili a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ginobili 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 Ginobili still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ginobili 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 Ginobili 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 Ginobili as a first name?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people have the name Ginobili at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.