Cresencio

“to grow” — Associated with personal growth and development

Mexico origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12537US 2015

7Births / yr

↓Falling

879All-time births

📅 Since 191300

What does Cresencio mean and where does it come from?

Cresencio is derived from the Spanish word 'crecer', meaning 'to grow'. It is often used in Hispanic cultures and has popularity in Mexico and Spain. The name is associated with personal growth and development. Historically, it has been used since at least the late 19th century.

Cultural significance

Cresencio has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Mexico-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spanish.

Peak popularity

Reached #1676 in 1941 — currently #12537 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cresencio?

Cresencio works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Cresencio Grace

How popular is Cresencio right now?

Falling — down 777 spots — currently #12537 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2015#12537 · Top 9.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2015	#9641	7	▼ down 777 · -12% births
2010	#8864	8	▲ up 2728 · +60% births
2005	#11592	5	▼ down 4102 · -37% births
2000	#7490	8	▼ down 1934 · -20% births
1995	#5556	10	▼ down 1737 · -33% births
1990	#3819	15	▲ up 972 · +88% births
1985	#4791	8	▼ down 1117 · -27% births
1980	#3674	11	▼ down 378
1975	#3296	11	▲ up 647 · +57% births
1970	#3943	7	▼ down 140 · +17% births
1960	#3803	6	▼ down 1284 · -45% births
1955	#2519	11	▼ down 433 · -21% births
1950	#2086	14	▼ down 249 · -7% births
1945	#1837	15	▲ up 946 · +88% births
1940	#2783	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cresencio

Best Year1945Rank #1837

Peak Count15

Average Rank#4499

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 201520 years

The story of Cresencio

Cresencio entered American naming records in 1913 and has been in use for over 111 years. With 879 total births recorded, Cresencio remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3596 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9641 in 2015.

Names that peaked alongside Cresencio in 1941:

James Robert John William Richard

Cresencio by decade

Cresencio peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	26
1920s	109
1930s	103
1940s ★	117
1950s	75
1960s	69
1970s	108
1980s	102
1990s	86
2000s	42
2010s	42

💎Cresencio has only 879 total recorded births since 1913 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cresencio?

Common

CreCresCresieCresyEncio

What names sound and feel like Cresencio?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Cresencio also consider these

Crescencio

Spain · derived from 'Crescens,'

Crecencio

Spain · Derived from 'Crescens'

Clemencio

Greek · A Greek name

Crescentino

Celtic · A Celtic name

Evencio

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Fidencio

Mexico · loyal, faithful

Common questions about the name Cresencio

What does the name Cresencio mean?

Cresencio means "Spanish" — a name rooted in Mexico tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Cresencio?

Cresencio is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Cresencio?

Cresencio originates from Mexico tradition. Mexico names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Cresencio?

Cresencio pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Mexico heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Cresencio a common or rare name?

Cresencio is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.