Holding steady.
Popularity of Ambrosio since 1905
Babies named Ambrosio per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1928, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ambrosio's real moment was 1905.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 58 |
| 1920s | 124 |
| 1930s | 90 |
| 1940s | 100 |
| 1950s | 115 |
| 1960s | 91 |
| 1970s | 70 |
| 1980s | 96 |
| 1990s | 88 |
| 2000s | 48 |
| 2010s | 37 |
| 2020s | 23 |
Meaning & origin
Ambrosio is a rare Spanish and Italian form of the ancient name Ambrose, carrying the profound meaning of 'immortal' or 'divine.' In the United States, it first appeared in Social Security records in 1905, its peak year of usage, but has never reached the top 1000 names. The name's trajectory has remained stable, meaning it has never experienced a surge or revival, and it has not been recorded among the top names in any state. Ambrosio remains a distinctive choice, rooted in a saintly tradition that spans centuries, from Saint Ambrose of Milan to its continued use in Spanish-speaking communities. Its rarity today, with no notable recent increase, preserves its unique and historical character.
Ambrosio is the Spanish and Italian form of the Late Latin name Ambrosius, derived from the Greek name Ambrosios, meaning 'immortal' or 'divine.' The name belongs to a saintly tradition, most notably Saint Ambrose (4th century), a Doctor of the Church and Bishop of Milan. In Spanish-speaking cultures, Ambrosio has been used since the medieval period, though it has never been common in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ambrós, Brosio, Ambi
Variants: Ambrogio, Ambrosi, Ambrosius
Sibling names for Ambrosio
Names that share Ambrosio's style, for a brother or sister.
