Holding steady, #2,604 for boys today.
Popularity of Fabio since 1915
Babies named Fabio per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 11 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 25 |
| 1960s | 133 |
| 1970s | 266 |
| 1980s | 372 |
| 1990s | 583 |
| 2000s | 621 |
| 2010s | 568 |
| 2020s | 313 |
Meaning & origin
Fabio is an Italian name with ancient Roman roots, derived from the Latin Fabius, a family name meaning 'bean grower'. The name has been recorded in the United States since 1915, though it remained relatively uncommon for much of the 20th century. Its peak popularity came in 2006, likely influenced by cultural figures such as the Swedish model Fabio Lanzoni, who became a household name in the 1990s. In 2025, Fabio ranked 2604, with about 1 in 34162 boys receiving the name. The trajectory has been stable, and the name is most commonly given in Florida, California, and Texas. Fabio is primarily used in Italian-speaking communities but has a recognizable presence due to its stylish and romantic sound.
Fabio is the Italian form of the Latin family name Fabius, which is derived from 'faba', meaning 'bean'. The Fabius family was a prominent patrician clan in ancient Rome, with members including the general Quintus Fabius Maximus. The name has been in consistent use in Italy for centuries and gained international recognition in the late 20th century.
Where Fabio is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Fabio” around the world
Where Fabio lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
115
babies in 2024
Quebec
7
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Sibling names for Fabio
Names that share Fabio's style, for a brother or sister.
