Ignacio

Boy's name

Ignacio is a Spanish name derived from the Latin name Ignatius, meaning "fiery" or "ardent." It has roots in ancient Roman and Christian traditions.

Meaning Fire
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 302
Peak year 2006

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Ignacio Anaya - Inventor of nachos.
  • Ignacio Zaragoza - Mexican general, Battle of Puebla.
  • Ignacio Ellacuría - Jesuit priest, philosopher, theologian.
  • Ignacio Aldecoa - Spanish writer, novelist.
  • Ignacio Piñeiro - Cuban musician, composer, founder of Septeto Nacional.
  • Ignacio Zuloaga - Spanish painter, known for portraits and landscapes.
  • Ignacio Echeverría - Spanish hero, died in London Bridge attack.
  • Ignacio de Loyola - Spanish priest, founder of Jesuits.
  • Ignacio Allende - Mexican revolutionary leader.
  • Ignacio Figueras - Argentine polo player, model.

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