Macio

“A form of the name Matteo, meaning 'gift from God'.”

Italy origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10445US 2022

7Births / yr

↑Rising

161All-time births

📅 Since 196100

How to pronounce Macio

MAH·see·eye·OH

/ˈmɑ.ˌsiː.ˌaɪ.ˈoʊ/ · stress on MAH · 4 syllables

“A form of the name Matteo, meaning 'gift from God'.”

Italy origin · Boy name

What does Macio mean and where does it come from?

The name Macio has roots in both Italian and Spanish cultures, and is often used in southern Italy and regions of Spain. The name has historical significance dating back to biblical times, referring to the apostle Matthew. Variations of the name include Matias and Matheus.

Cultural significance

Macio has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a form of the name matteo, meaning 'gift from god'..

Peak popularity

Reached #4260 in 1971 — currently #10445 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Macio?

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

Macio Grace

How popular is Macio right now?

Rising fast — up 326 spots — currently #10445 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2022#10445 · Top 7.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#10445	7	▲ up 326 · +17% births
2020	#10771	6	▲ up 1048 · +20% births
2005	#11819	5	▼ down 4583 · -29% births
1995	#7236	7	▼ down 2435 · -36% births
1990	#4801	11	▲ up 1280 · +83% births
1985	#6081	6	▼ down 1480 · -14% births
1975	#4601	7	▲ up 604 · +40% births
1970	#5205	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Macio

Best Year1975Rank #4601

Peak Count11

Average Rank#7620

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 20228 years

The story of Macio

Macio is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1961. With 161 total births recorded, Macio remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5205 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10445 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Macio in 1971:

Michael James David John Robert

Macio by decade

Macio peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1970s	25
1980s	29
1990s ★	60
2000s	15
2010s	21
2020s	6

💎Macio has only 161 total recorded births since 1961 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Macio?

Common

MacMacieMacy

What names sound and feel like Macio?

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

English · A meaningful name

Dacio

Spain · From the Dacians

Marrio

Italy · variant of 'Mario',

Manlio

Italy · the warrior

Maceo

Spain · Meaning unclear, possibly

Macie

American · derived from 'Macey',

Common questions about the name Macio

What does the name Macio mean?

Macio means "A form of the name Matteo, meaning 'gift from God'." — 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 Macio?

Macio is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Macio have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Macio?

Macio 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.

How do you pronounce the name Macio?

Macio is a four-syllable name pronounced M AA1 S IY2 AY2 OW1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Macio?

Macio 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.