Maurilio
Maurilio is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Dark-skinned, Moorish, or belonging to Maurus.
Origin and history
Maurilio is a classic masculine name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman name Maurilius, meaning dark-skinned or moorish. It has historical roots in Christian tradition, notably associated with Saint Maurilius of Angers. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice, maintained primarily within Latin American and Italian heritage communities.
Popularity in the United States
737 babies in the United States have been named Maurilio since 1880. It ranks #3939 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1893.
States where it is most popular
- CA (53 %)
- TX (45.3 %)
- IL (1.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 46 |
| 1930-1940 | 33 |
| 1940-1950 | 31 |
| 1950-1960 | 25 |
| 1960-1970 | 23 |
| 1970-1980 | 86 |
| 1980-1990 | 112 |
| 1990-2000 | 151 |
| 2000-2010 | 135 |
| 2010-2019 | 61 |
| 2020-2029 | 34 |
Famous people named Maurilio
- Maurilio De Zolt: Athlete, Cross-country skier
Nicknames
Mau, Lio
Fun facts
- Saint Maurilius was a 5th-century French bishop known for his missionary work in Gaul.
- Fewer than 1,000 total boys have been recorded with the name Maurilio in the U.S. since 1880.