Ignazio

“From the Latin Ignatius, meaning 'fiery'.”

Italy origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12939US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

576All-time births

📅 Since 191100

What does Ignazio mean and where does it come from?

Ignazio is an Italian name with strong historical roots. The name Ignatius was borne by several saints, notably Saint Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuit order. This name conveys a sense of passion and fervor. In Italy, Ignazio has a long tradition of usage and continues to be a popular ch

Cultural significance

Ignazio has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from the latin ignatius, meaning 'fiery'..

Peak popularity

Reached #1111 in 1917 — currently #12939 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ignazio?

Ignazio works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ignazio Grace

How popular is Ignazio right now?

Falling — down 1668 spots — currently #12939 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#12939 · Top 9.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12939	5	▼ down 1668 · -17% births
2021	#11271	6	▼ down 2472 · -25% births
2015	#8799	8	▼ down 4786
1975	#4013	8	▼ down 90 · +14% births
1970	#3923	7	▼ down 590
1965	#3333	7	▲ up 446 · +17% births
1960	#3779	6	▼ down 516
1940	#3263	6	▼ down 571 · -40% births
1930	#2692	10	▼ down 773 · -44% births
1925	#1919	18	▼ down 113 · -10% births
1920	#1806	20	▼ down 258 · -5% births
1915	#1548	21	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ignazio

Best Year1915Rank #1548

Peak Count21

Average Rank#4940

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202312 years

The story of Ignazio

Ignazio entered American naming records in 1911 and has been in use for over 113 years. With 576 total births recorded, Ignazio remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1548 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12939 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ignazio in 1917:

John William James Robert Joseph

Ignazio by decade

Ignazio peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	164
1920s ★	200
1930s	68
1940s	14
1960s	18
1970s	52
1980s	17
1990s	6
2000s	5
2010s	32

💎Ignazio has only 576 total recorded births since 1911 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ignazio?

ENGLISH

Iggy

SPANISH

NachoNacio

LATE ROMAN

Ignatia

POLISH

IgaIgnacja

What names sound and feel like Ignazio?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ignazio also consider these

African · A African name

Ippazio

International · A International name

Italy · Derived from the

How is Ignazio written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Ignazio?

Ignatia LATE ROMAN Iga POLISH Ignacja POLISH Ignacia SPANISH

Common questions about the name Ignazio

What does the name Ignazio mean?

Ignazio means "From the Latin Ignatius, meaning 'fiery'." — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ignazio?

Ignazio is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Ignazio?

Ignazio originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Ignazio?

Ignazio pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Ignazio a common or rare name?

Ignazio is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.