A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Maurizio since 1961
Babies named Maurizio per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2007, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Maurizio's real moment was 1972.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 69 |
| 1970s | 129 |
| 1980s | 86 |
| 1990s | 72 |
| 2000s | 128 |
| 2010s | 143 |
| 2020s | 80 |
Meaning & origin
Maurizio is the Italian form of Maurice, enjoying consistent though modest use among Italian-American families and admirers of Italian culture. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1961, and after rising in popularity from the 1970s, it has experienced a revival since 1998. In 2025, it ranked 5861 with a frequency of about 1 in 113,872 births. The name has a strong Italian heritage, with Saint Maurice as its historical namesake, and while it has never broken into the national top 1000, it remains a recognizable choice that carries a dignified, classic feel.
Maurizio is the Italian form of the Roman name Mauritius, itself derived from Maurus meaning 'a Moor' or 'dark-skinned'. The name was borne by the early Christian Saint Maurice, a legendary Roman legion commander martyred for his faith, whose cult was popular in medieval Europe. It has remained a classic Italian name, particularly in the north, and saw a peak in usage in Italy during the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mauro, Mauri, Rizio
Sibling names for Maurizio
Names that share Maurizio's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Chiara, Simona, Valentina, Alessandra, Lucia
Brothers: Lorenzo, Stefano, Alessandro, Matteo, Federico
