Ignacio
Meaning of Ignacio
Ignacio is a distinguished male name of Spanish origin, pronounced as ig-NAH-syo. The name is derived from the Latin "Ignatius," which means "fiery" or "ardent." It has historical and religious significance, notably associated with Saint Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuit order. In contemporary times, Ignacio remains a popular choice among Spanish-speaking communities and has several endearing variations, including the affectionate nickname Nacho.
In the United States, Ignacio has maintained a steady presence over the years. Its popularity peaked in 1970 when it was ranked 630th but has seen fluctuations since then. In recent years, it ranked 879th in 2023 with 264 newborns named Ignacio. This enduring appeal can be attributed to its rich cultural heritage and strong phonetic appeal.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as ig-NAH-syo (/iɡˈnasjo/)
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Notable People Named Ignacio
| Ignacio Comonfort was a Mexican politician and soldier who served as president during La Reforma. |
| Ignacio Martín-Baró was a renowned scholar, social psychologist, philosopher, and Jesuit priest who tragically became one of the victims of the 1989 murders of Jesuits in El Salvador. |
| Ignacio Echeverría Miralles de Imperial, a Spanish lawyer and banker, heroically defended others during the 2017 London Bridge attack. |
| Ignacio Ellacuría was a Spanish-Salvadoran Jesuit, philosopher, and theologian who was assassinated by Salvadoran soldiers during the Salvadoran Civil War. |
| Ignacio Zuloaga y Zabaleta, a Spanish painter, was born in Eibar near the monastery of Loyola. |
| Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín was a Mexican general and politician who led the Mexican army to victory against invading French forces at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. |
| Ignacio Ramírez, also known as El Nigromante, was a prominent 19th century Mexican liberal intellectual, statesman, and journalist who championed progressive causes and served in multiple presidential cabinets. |
| Ignacio López Rayón was a prominent general and leader in the early years of the Mexican War of Independence, establishing the first government and constitution for the proposed independent nation. |
| Ignacio Allende was a captain in the Spanish Army who became a key leader in the Mexican independence movement and was executed for treason. |
| Ignacio Torres - Ignacio Agustín "Nacho" Torres is an Argentine politician and the current Governor of Chubut Province, previously serving as a National Senator and National Deputy. |
| Ignacio Manuel Altamirano Basilio was a Mexican radical liberal writer, journalist, teacher, and politician known for writing the novel Clemencia (1869), considered to be the first modern Mexican novel. |
| Ignacio Ramírez de Haro, 15th Count of Bornos - Don Ignacio Fernando Ramírez de Haro y Pérez de Guzmán, 15th Count of Bornos, G.d.E, was a Spanish nobleman known for his marriage to Beatriz Valdés, 4th Marchioness of Casa Valdés. |
| Ignacio E. Lozano Sr. - Ignacio Eugenio Lozano Sr. was a renowned journalist from northern Mexico who moved to San Antonio during the Mexican Revolution and established a Spanish language bookstore and periodicals. |
| Ignacio Francisco Dotti Uria is a Uruguayan rugby player known for his role as a lock for New Orleans Gold in Major League Rugby (MLR). |
| Ignacio Bergara - Ignacio Miguel "Nacho" Bergara de Medina was a renowned professional football player and manager. |
