Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Ignazio since 1911
Babies named Ignazio per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 164 |
| 1920s | 200 |
| 1930s | 68 |
| 1940s | 14 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 19 |
| 1970s | 53 |
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 32 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Ignazio is an Italian name with a classic, saintly heritage. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1911 and reached its peak popularity in 1912, reflecting early 20th-century immigration from Italy. Since then, its use has declined steeply; as of 2025, it ranks #10,695, with a rarity of 1 in 284,679 births. The name has a stable trajectory but minimal modern usage, making it a distinctive choice that retains a strong historical and cultural resonance.
Ignazio is the Italian form of Ignatius, which derives from the Roman family name Ignatius, itself likely of Etruscan origin and possibly related to the Latin word 'ignis' meaning 'fire'. The name has been borne by numerous saints, most notably Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuits. In Italy it has been used consistently since the Middle Ages.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nazio, Ignaz, Naz
Sibling names for Ignazio
Names that share Ignazio's style, for a brother or sister.
