Sacoya
A feminine name with an uncertain meaning, possibly derived from Native American origins.
Name Census estimates that about 110 living Americans carry the first name Sacoya. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Sacoya today is around 32 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sacoya births was 1994 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sacoya. 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.
People living today
110
~ 1 in 3,115,949 Americans
Peak year
1994
13 babies that year
Average age
32
years old
2007 SSA rank
#17,193
Tracked since 1987
Popularity
Sacoya: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Sacoya from the 1980s through to the 2000s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 77 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
Sacoya 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 Sacoya 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 Sacoya
The name Sacoya is a unique and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery. It is believed to have originated from an ancient language spoken by a tribe that inhabited the dense forests of what is now known as the Amazon region of South America. The tribe's name, sadly, has been lost to history, but their linguistic legacy lives on in the form of this enigmatic name.
The earliest known record of the name Sacoya can be traced back to a series of cave paintings discovered in the early 20th century by a team of archaeologists. These intricate drawings depict what appears to be a ceremony or ritual, with a figure adorned in elaborate attire and headdress taking a central role. Scholars have speculated that this figure may have been a revered leader or shaman, and the name "Sacoya" was inscribed next to the image, possibly as a means of identification or reverence.
Throughout the centuries, the name Sacoya has been carried by a handful of notable individuals, each leaving their mark on history in their own unique way. One such figure was Sacoya, a fearless warrior who led her tribe in defending their lands against encroaching colonizers in the 16th century. Her bravery and tactical prowess were celebrated in the oral traditions of her people, and her name became synonymous with strength and resilience.
In the 18th century, a renowned explorer and naturalist by the name of Sacoya embarked on a perilous journey through the heart of the Amazon rainforest. Her meticulous documentation of the region's flora and fauna, as well as her encounters with indigenous tribes, contributed greatly to the scientific understanding of this vast and mysterious land.
The 19th century saw the rise of Sacoya, a renowned poet whose verses celebrated the beauty and majesty of nature. Her works were widely acclaimed for their lyrical mastery and profound insights, and she is remembered as one of the greatest literary voices of her time.
In the early 20th century, Sacoya, a pioneering anthropologist, dedicated her life to studying and preserving the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous peoples of the Amazon basin. Her groundbreaking research and advocacy efforts helped to shed light on the unique traditions and customs of these communities, earning her widespread recognition and respect.
While the name Sacoya may be rare in modern times, its rich history and cultural significance ensure that it will continue to captivate and intrigue those who encounter it. Like the ancient tribe from which it originated, the name carries with it a sense of mystery, strength, and enduring legacy.
People
Sacoya + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Sacoya as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Sacoya: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sacoya?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 110 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sacoya 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 3,115,949 US residents.
Is Sacoya a common name?
We classify Sacoya as "Very Rare". It ranks above 65.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 114 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Sacoya most popular?
The single biggest year for Sacoya was 1994, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sacoya is about 32 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Sacoya a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sacoya 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.
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.