All about the name
Guadelupe
Female
« Guadalupe is a Spanish-origin name that translates to "River of Wolves," with roots tracing back centuries in Spain and introduced to the Americas by settlers. It also holds significance as an honorific title for the Virgin Mary, following her apparition at Mexico City's Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in 1531, which contributed to the spread of Catholicism among indigenous people. »
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since 1900
Meaning, origin, history
Guadalupe is a Spanish origin name that means "River of Wolves." It has been popular in Spain for centuries and was brought to the Americas by Spanish settlers. The name Guadalupe is also associated with the Virgin Mary, who is said to have appeared at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City in 1531. This apparition played a significant role in the spread of Catholicism among indigenous people in Mexico and has made Guadalupe a popular name throughout Latin America. Despite its religious associations, the name Guadalupe is simply an honorific title for the Virgin Mary and does not carry any specific religious meaning or connotation.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Guadelupe since 1880
Total births
34
Total since 1880
Peak year
1956
10 births
in 1994
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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