What does Toribio mean and where does it come from?
Toribio is derived from the Latin name 'Taurinus', meaning 'bull-like'. The name is most prevalent in Spanish-speaking countries and often associated with St. Toribio of Mogrovejo, a Spanish bishop who became a saint. The name is celebrated in various religious contexts.
Cultural significance
Toribio has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of of the bull.
Peak popularity
Reached #1789 in 1929 — currently #9624 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Toribio?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Toribio?
Toribio works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Toribio Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Toribio John
One syllable · timeless choice
Toribio Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Toribio Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
Toribio Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
Toribio Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Toribio right now?
Rising fast — up 4432 spots — currently #9624 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2025 | #9624 | 8 | ▲ up 4432 · +60% births |
| 2024 | #14056 | 5 | ▼ down 5209 · -44% births |
| 2023 | #8847 | 9 | ▲ up 5283 · +80% births |
| 2022 | #14130 | 5 | ▼ down 4484 · -29% births |
| 2015 | #9646 | 7 | ▼ down 770 · -12% births |
| 2010 | #8876 | 8 | ▼ down 491 |
| 2005 | #8385 | 8 | ▼ down 86 · +14% births |
| 2000 | #8299 | 7 | ▼ down 3120 · -36% births |
| 1995 | #5179 | 11 | ▼ down 459 |
| 1990 | #4720 | 11 | ▲ up 558 · +57% births |
| 1985 | #5278 | 7 | ▼ down 1973 · -36% births |
| 1975 | #3305 | 11 | ▲ up 1073 · +83% births |
| 1970 | #4378 | 6 | ▼ down 702 |
| 1965 | #3676 | 6 | ▲ up 577 · +20% births |
| 1960 | #4253 | 5 | — |
The story of Toribio
Toribio entered American naming records in 1914 and has been in use for over 110 years. With 834 total births recorded, Toribio remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4016 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8847 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Toribio in 1929:
Toribio by decade
Toribio peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1910s | 31 | |
| 1920s | 102 | |
| 1930s | 80 | |
| 1940s | 75 | |
| 1950s | 80 | |
| 1960s | 59 | |
| 1970s | 60 | |
| 1980s | 80 | |
| 1990s | 92 | |
| 2000s ★ | 113 | |
| 2010s | 62 | |
| 2020s | 13 | |
💎Toribio has only 834 total recorded births since 1914 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
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Common questions about the name Toribio
What does the name Toribio mean?
Toribio means "of the bull" — a name rooted in Spain 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 Toribio?
Toribio is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Toribio have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Toribio?
Toribio originates from Spain tradition. Spain 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 Toribio?
Toribio is a four-syllable name pronounced taw-REE-bee-oh. 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 Toribio?
Toribio pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.