Guillermo Tan

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Guillermo Tan — Spanish
47K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Guillermo Tan is a name that combines Spanish origins. The first name Guillermo is a masculine given name of Spanish origin. Guillermo (Spanish pronunciation: [ɡiˈʎeɾmo]) is the Spanish form of the male given name William. The name is also commonly shortened to Guille. Guillermo Amador (1974–), American musician Guillermo Amor (1967–), Spanish footballer Guillermo Arévalo (1952–), a Shipibo shaman and curandero (healer) of the Peruvian Amazon (Shipibo: Kestenbetsa) Guillermo Barros Schelotto (1973–), Argentine footballer Guillermo Bermejo (1975–), Peruvian politician Guillermo C. The surname Tan: Tan is a common Chinese surname 譚. It is the 56th most commonly borne surname in China. Origin Two origins have been suggested for the Tan surname: The surname came from the ancient State of Tan which was located in the western part of what is now Shandong Province. During the Spring and Autumn period, this state was conquered by the neighbouring State of Qi. The court changed their surname to Tan in remembrance of their defeated homeland, and later prospered in Hunan Province. Guillermo is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 47K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Guillermo reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Guillermo

Spanish

Guillermo (Spanish pronunciation: [ɡiˈʎeɾmo]) is the Spanish form of the male given name William. The name is also commonly shortened to Guille. Guillermo Amador (1974–), American musician Guillermo Amor (1967–), Spanish footballer Guillermo Arévalo (1952–), a Shipibo shaman and curandero (healer) of the Peruvian Amazon (Shipibo: Kestenbetsa) Guillermo Barros Schelotto (1973–), Argentine footballer Guillermo Bermejo (1975–), Peruvian politician Guillermo C.

Surname: Tan

Vietnamese

Tan is a common Chinese surname 譚. It is the 56th most commonly borne surname in China. Origin Two origins have been suggested for the Tan surname: The surname came from the ancient State of Tan which was located in the western part of what is now Shandong Province. During the Spring and Autumn period, this state was conquered by the neighbouring State of Qi. The court changed their surname to Tan in remembrance of their defeated homeland, and later prospered in Hunan Province.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Guillermo is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 53%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Guillermo by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Guillermo Tan

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Guillermo Tan:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Guillermo?
The first name Guillermo originates from Spanish. Guillermo (Spanish pronunciation: [ɡiˈʎeɾmo]) is the Spanish form of the male given name William. The name is also commonly shortened to Guille. Guillermo Amador (1974–), American musician Guillermo Amor (1967–), Spanish footballer Guillermo Arévalo (1952–), a Shipibo shaman and curandero (healer) of the Peruvian Amazon (Shipibo: Kestenbetsa) Guillermo Barros Schelotto (1973–), Argentine footballer Guillermo Bermejo (1975–), Peruvian politician Guillermo C.
When was Guillermo most popular?
The name Guillermo reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Tan?
The surname Tan originates from Vietnamese. Tan is a common Chinese surname 譚. It is the 56th most commonly borne surname in China. Origin Two origins have been suggested for the Tan surname: The surname came from the ancient State of Tan which was located in the western part of what is now Shandong Province. During the Spring and Autumn period, this state was conquered by the neighbouring State of Qi. The court changed their surname to Tan in remembrance of their defeated homeland, and later prospered in Hunan Province.
What are the origins of the name Guillermo Tan?
The name Guillermo Tan combines two different traditions: the first name Guillermo has Spanish roots, while the surname Tan originates from Vietnamese.
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