The nameFernando
Fernando is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Ferdinand, a boy's name of Germanic origin. In France it was mostly given in the 1970s.
- Boy's name
- Germanic
Meaning
Fernando comes from the Germanic, probably fard, "journey", and nand, "bold".
Origin
Germanic, through Spanish and Portuguese. It was borne by several kings of Castile, Aragon and Portugal.
History
In France, Fernando peaked in the 1970s, at the time of strong Portuguese immigration.
Famous people named Fernando
- Fernando Pessoa, Portuguese poet
- Fernando Alonso, Spanish racing driver
Popularity of the name Fernando
Fernando in France
Fernando was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 2,260 births over the decade, 47% of all recorded babies named Fernando. Its rise began around 1960, and it peaked in 1971. Half of all babies named Fernando in France were born before 1972, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Fernando in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fernando mean?
Fernando comes from the Germanic, probably fard, "journey", and nand, "bold".
What is the origin of the name Fernando?
Germanic, through Spanish and Portuguese. It was borne by several kings of Castile, Aragon and Portugal.
Is Fernando a girl's or a boy's name?
Fernando is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Fernando?
Variants and related names of Fernando include Hernán.
Who are famous people named Fernando?
Fernando Pessoa, Portuguese poet; Fernando Alonso, Spanish racing driver.