Declining since 2008, #663 for boys today.
Popularity of Mauricio since 1885
Babies named Mauricio per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 10 |
| 1890s | 0 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 61 |
| 1920s | 123 |
| 1930s | 123 |
| 1940s | 139 |
| 1950s | 238 |
| 1960s | 675 |
| 1970s | 1,381 |
| 1980s | 2,072 |
| 1990s | 4,092 |
| 2000s | 7,597 |
| 2010s | 5,230 |
| 2020s | 2,484 |
Meaning & origin
Mauricio has been in use in the United States since at least 1885, though it saw its greatest popularity during the 2000s decade, peaking at number 200 in 2008. Since then, its usage has declined steadily, falling to rank 663 in 2025, with an incidence of approximately 1 in 4,136 newborn boys. The name is most common in states with large Hispanic populations, such as New Mexico, Texas, and Arizona, reflecting its strong Spanish heritage. As a consistent choice among Spanish-speaking families, Mauricio maintains a solid presence without being overly common.
Mauricio is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Maurice, which derives from the Late Latin name Mauritius, meaning 'Moorish' or 'dark.' The Roman name Mauritius was borne by several early Christian saints, most notably the 3rd-century Saint Maurice, a Roman legionary from Egypt who was martyred for his faith. The name spread through medieval Europe and became particularly popular in the Iberian Peninsula, where it remains common today.
Where Mauricio is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mau, Mauri, Maur
Variants: Maurício (Portuguese), Maurice (French), Maurizio (Italian)
Sibling names for Mauricio
Names that share Mauricio's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Mauricio
Names whose popularity has moved with Mauricio's over the last 50 years.
