Toribio
Toribio is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Turbulent, noisy, or active.
Origin and history
Toribio is a masculine name of Spanish origin, derived from the Ancient Greek name Turibios. Historically associated with several Saints, including Saint Turibius of Mogrovejo, the name has a long tradition in Hispanic culture. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice with relatively few historical registrations.
Popularity in the United States
861 babies in the United States have been named Toribio since 1880. It ranks #3816 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1900.
States where it is most popular
- TX (89.6 %)
- CA (10.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 31 |
| 1920-1930 | 102 |
| 1930-1940 | 80 |
| 1940-1950 | 75 |
| 1950-1960 | 80 |
| 1960-1970 | 59 |
| 1970-1980 | 60 |
| 1980-1990 | 80 |
| 1990-2000 | 92 |
| 2000-2010 | 113 |
| 2010-2019 | 62 |
| 2020-2029 | 27 |
Famous people named Toribio
- Toribio de Benavente: Missionary, Historian
Fun facts
- Saint Turibius of Mogrovejo was a prominent 16th-century archbishop of Lima and is considered a patron saint of Latin America.
- The name originates from the ancient Greek name Turibios, which carried connotations of motion and vitality.