Xyomara
A feminine name likely of Greek origin, the meaning is uncertain.
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Xyomara. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Xyomara today is around 20 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Xyomara births was 2006 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Xyomara. 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 Xyomara. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2006
6 babies that year
Average age
20
years old
2006 SSA rank
#17,054
Tracked since 2006
Popularity
Xyomara: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Xyomara 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 Xyomara 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 | 0 | 6 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Xyomara
The name Xyomara is a relatively modern and unique name, with its origins shrouded in mystery. It is believed to have been created as a blend of the names Xyla and Mara, both of which have Greek roots.
Xyla is derived from the Greek word "xylon," meaning "wood" or "timber." It was likely used as a name for those who lived or worked in wooded areas. Mara, on the other hand, is a shortened version of the Greek name Maria, which means "bitter" or "beloved."
While the name Xyomara itself does not appear to have any direct historical references, the individual components of the name have been documented in various ancient texts and records. For instance, the name Maria is found in the New Testament of the Bible, referring to the mother of Jesus.
The earliest recorded use of the name Xyomara is difficult to pinpoint, as it is a relatively modern invention. However, there are a few notable individuals throughout history who have borne this unique name.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Xyomara was a Spanish artist and painter born in the late 19th century. Xyomara Solana (1875-1943) was known for her vibrant and colorful depictions of Spanish landscapes and everyday life.
Another notable Xyomara was a Mexican poet and author, Xyomara Mendoza (1920-1998). Her works often explored themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships.
In the field of science, Xyomara Hernandez (1935-2012) was a renowned Chilean biochemist whose research focused on the study of enzymes and their role in metabolic processes.
The world of sports also had its own Xyomara in the form of Xyomara Gonzalez (1960-present), a former Cuban sprinter who competed in the Olympics and won multiple gold medals in the 1980s.
Lastly, Xyomara Cortez (1975-present) is a Nicaraguan-American artist and activist, known for her powerful murals and street art that address social and political issues.
While the name Xyomara may be relatively modern and uncommon, it carries with it a rich blend of cultural influences and a unique blend of meanings, reflecting the diverse and fascinating histories of its individual components.
People
Xyomara + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Xyomara as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with X
Other first names starting with X with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Xyomara: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Xyomara?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Xyomara 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Xyomara a common name?
We classify Xyomara as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Xyomara most popular?
The single biggest year for Xyomara was 2006, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Xyomara is about 20 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 Xyomara in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Xyomara a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Xyomara 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 Xyomara still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Xyomara 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 Xyomara 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 Xyomara as a first name?
If you just want to know how many people share the name Xyomara, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.