Modesto

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Modesto Pronunciation

Modesto is pronounced moh-DES-toh /moʊˈdɛs.toʊ/Medium

Meaning: A Spanish/Italian form of Modestus — from Latin modestus, 'modest; moderate; restrained; humble'Low

In 30 seconds: Modest; moderate; restrained: Modesto is Latin. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'moh-DES-toh').

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MeaningA Spanish/Italian form of Modestus — from Latin modestus, 'modest; moderate; restrained; humble'

U.S. rank (2024)#7552 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1927

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,551

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Modesto is a Spanish/Italian form of Modestus — from Latin modestus, 'modest; moderate; restrained; humble' (several early saints; a city in California). A crisp, classic virtue name (said 'moh-DES-toh').

In the U.S. it appears in Hispanic and Italian families. Rare, modest-and-restrained at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Modestus comes from Latin modestus, 'modest; moderate; restrained; humble' — Modesto is a Spanish/Italian form, a crisp virtue name (said 'moh-DES-toh').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Modestus — Latin etymology

Variations

ModestusModestaModestino

Themes & Styles

Latin Virtue-name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Modesto?

Modesto is pronounced moh-DES-toh (/moʊˈdɛs.toʊ/). Press play above to hear Modesto said aloud.

How do you say Modesto?

Modesto is said moh-DES-toh (/moʊˈdɛs.toʊ/). Press play above to hear Modesto said aloud.

What does the name Modesto mean?

Modesto is a Spanish/Italian form of Modestus — Latin 'modest; moderate; restrained; humble'.

Is Modesto a boy or girl name?

Modesto is a boy's name.

How popular is Modesto?

Modesto is a rare name in the U.S.