Biagio
Biagio is a boy's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
Stuttering, lisping, or faltering speech.
Origin and history
Biagio is an Italian masculine name derived from the Latin Blasius. It historically relates to Saint Blaise, a fourth-century bishop and martyr. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice, primarily appearing in families preserving Italian heritage.
Popularity in the United States
1,054 babies in the United States have been named Biagio since 1880. It ranks #3631 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1909.
States where it is most popular
- NY (90.5 %)
- MA (3.9 %)
- PA (3.9 %)
- NJ (1.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 157 |
| 1920-1930 | 233 |
| 1930-1940 | 100 |
| 1940-1950 | 48 |
| 1950-1960 | 29 |
| 1960-1970 | 85 |
| 1970-1980 | 79 |
| 1980-1990 | 64 |
| 1990-2000 | 83 |
| 2000-2010 | 87 |
| 2010-2019 | 71 |
| 2020-2029 | 18 |
Famous people named Biagio
- Biagio Antonacci: Singer, Songwriter
- Biagio Chiesi: Film producer
Fun facts
- Biagio evolved as the Italian vernacular equivalent of the Latin name Blasius.
- Saint Blaise (Biagio in Italian) is traditionally invoked for protection against ailments of the throat.