Fabio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Fabio is a name of Latin origin meaning 'bean grower'. It evolved from the Latin 'Fabius' through historical forms such as Fabianus. The name is commonly associated with positive traits and has no biblical relevance. It saw a rise in popularity during the Renaissance and continues to be recognized today.
The name Fabio is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Fabio has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Fabio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3786th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1882nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1612th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2061st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2440th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Fabio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Fabio"
Pronunciation
/ˈfæbioʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Fabio is derived from the Latin name 'Fabius', which is believed to originate from the Latin word 'faba', meaning 'bean'.
Meaning
bean grower
Language Evolution
Fabius, Fabianus, Fabio
Historical Usage
Fabio gained popularity in Italy and among Italian-speaking communities, especially during the Renaissance and later in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Fabian, Fabiano, Fabe
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Fabio is often associated with charm and romance, largely due to its use in popular culture and media.
Famous People
Fabio Lanzoni, Fabio Fognini, Fabio Carbone
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Fabio"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Fabio"
"Fabio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3786th of 7552 | 82 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1882nd of 10718 | 373 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1612th of 16616 | 766 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2061st of 24088 | 956 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2440th of 23106 | 655 |
Regional Popularity of "Fabio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
64.77% 1574th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
25.55% 890th/3483 |
- |
38.48% 1556th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
19.11% 855th/4475 |
35.64% 1851st/5194 |
20.01% 1264th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
60.28% 2762nd/4582 |
27.61% 1426th/5164 |
22.89% 1674th/7313 |
22.63% 1689th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
54.45% 2443rd/4487 |
24.10% 1644th/6822 |
33.51% 2103rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Fabio" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Fabio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Fabio" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.