Rising since 1996, #3,757 for boys today.
Popularity of Amilio since 1989
Babies named Amilio per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 59 |
| 2010s | 136 |
| 2020s | 143 |
Meaning & origin
Amilio is a modern American name first recorded in 1989, though it appears to draw on older Italian and Spanish roots. As of 2025, it ranks 3,757 nationally, with a frequency of about 1 in 58,899 births. Its popularity has been steadily rising since 1996, reaching its peak year so far in 2024. The name is most common in Michigan and California, reflecting its appeal among families with Latinx heritage. Amilio has not yet entered the top 1,000, suggesting it remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking an alternative to the more common Emilio. Its sound and structure fit well with other trendy -o ending names like Mateo and Santiago.
Amilio appears to be a modern coinage, likely formed as a variant of Emilio (Italian and Spanish form of the Roman family name Aemilius, meaning 'rival') or possibly influenced by the Arabic name Amil (meaning 'worker, doer'). It emerged in the United States in the late 1980s and has seen modest but consistent use, particularly in states with large Hispanic populations such as Michigan and California.
Where Amilio is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ami, Milio, Leo
Sibling names for Amilio
Names that share Amilio's style, for a brother or sister.
