Relis
A Portuguese masculine name meaning "a champion or warrior who perseveres".
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Relis. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Relis today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Relis births was 1915 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Relis. 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 Relis. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1915
5 babies that year
Average age
-
1915 SSA rank
#4,286
Tracked since 1915
Popularity
Relis: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Relis 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 Relis during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Relis
The given name Relis has its origins in the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in what is now modern-day Italy from around the 8th century BC to the 1st century BC. It is believed to be derived from the Etruscan word "reliś," which means "to rise" or "to ascend." This suggests that the name may have been associated with concepts of growth, progress, or spiritual elevation.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Relis can be found in an Etruscan funerary inscription dating back to the 6th century BC. This inscription was discovered in the ancient necropolis of Cerveteri, located near Rome. It is a testament to the name's long-standing presence in the region.
During the Roman era, the name Relis was occasionally adopted by families of Etruscan descent living within the Roman Empire. However, it remained relatively uncommon and was not widely used outside of Etruscan communities.
In the Middle Ages, the name Relis experienced a brief resurgence among certain noble families in Italy, particularly in the regions of Tuscany and Umbria. One notable figure from this period was Relis di Montepulciano (1320-1388), a renowned scholar and philosopher who wrote extensively on topics such as metaphysics and natural philosophy.
Another prominent individual bearing the name Relis was Relis Strozzi (1472-1538), a Florentine humanist and diplomat. He played an influential role in the cultural and political life of Renaissance Italy, serving as an ambassador for the Medici family and contributing to the revival of classical learning.
In the 17th century, a Relis Fontana (1610-1677) gained recognition as a skilled architect and engineer in Rome. He was responsible for the design and construction of several notable buildings, including the Church of Sant'Andrea al Quirinale and the Palazzo Colonna.
During the 19th century, a Relis Gabrielli (1825-1892) made a name for himself as a celebrated Italian composer and conductor. His works, which included operas, symphonies, and choral pieces, were widely performed and acclaimed throughout Europe.
It is worth noting that while the name Relis has deep historical roots, particularly in Italy, it has remained relatively uncommon throughout history. This rarity contributes to its distinctive character and may have been a factor in its enduring appeal among certain families and individuals over the centuries.
People
Relis + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Relis as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Relis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Relis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Relis 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 Relis a common name?
We classify Relis 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 Relis most popular?
The single biggest year for Relis was 1915, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Relis 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 Relis in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Relis a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Relis 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 Relis still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Relis 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 Relis 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 common is the name Relis?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Relis at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.