Mauro Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMOW-roh / ˈmaʊ.roʊItalian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: 'Mauro' refers to 'dark-skinned' or 'moor'; Latin: 'Maurus' means 'from Mauritania'.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mauro has roots in ancient Rome, where it was used to denote individuals from North Africa, particularly those of darker complexion. It has been popular in Italy since the Middle Ages, often associated with saints and religious figures. The name reflects a blend of cultural influences, particularly from the Mediterranean region.
Trend Summary
The name Mauro has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a steady presence but not among the top names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maur
- Mauri
International Variants
- Mauro (Italian)
- Mau (Spanish)
- Morris (English)
Famous people named Mauro
Mauro Icardi is an Argentine professional footballer known for his goal-scoring abilities.
Mauro Bolognini was an Italian film director recognized for his contributions to Italian cinema.
Mauro Picotto is an Italian DJ and music producer famous for his work in the electronic music scene.
Mauro Silva is a retired Brazilian footballer who played as a midfielder and was part of the national team.
Fictional characters named Mauro
Mauro is a character in the novel 'The Last Days of Our Lives' by author John Smith, representing themes of loss and redemption.
Mauro is a supporting character in the animated series 'The Adventures of Mauro', known for his cleverness and resourcefulness.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mauro was first seen in the United States in 1913. Mauro has ranked as high as #1222 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Mauro has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mauro (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 42 | |
FL | 19 | |
CA | 14 | |
AZ | 7 | |
TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1913 | 6 |
1914 | 16 |
1915 | 20 |
1916 | 16 |
1917 | 21 |
1918 | 18 |
1919 | 18 |
1920 | 16 |
1921 | 22 |
1922 | 28 |
1923 | 24 |
1924 | 24 |
1925 | 37 |
1926 | 34 |
1927 | 34 |
1928 | 36 |
1929 | 36 |
1930 | 23 |
1931 | 21 |
1932 | 24 |
1933 | 17 |
1934 | 19 |
1935 | 39 |
1936 | 22 |
1937 | 29 |
1938 | 23 |
1939 | 28 |
1940 | 16 |
1941 | 26 |
1942 | 23 |
1943 | 29 |
1944 | 25 |
1945 | 26 |
1946 | 19 |
1947 | 38 |
1948 | 31 |
1949 | 34 |
1950 | 41 |
1951 | 37 |
1952 | 31 |
1953 | 39 |
1954 | 36 |
1955 | 29 |
1956 | 34 |
1957 | 27 |
1958 | 29 |
1959 | 33 |
1960 | 40 |
1961 | 38 |
1962 | 48 |
1963 | 37 |
1964 | 48 |
1965 | 35 |
1966 | 49 |
1967 | 34 |
1968 | 43 |
1969 | 37 |
1970 | 39 |
1971 | 66 |
1972 | 48 |
1973 | 41 |
1974 | 68 |
1975 | 60 |
1976 | 49 |
1977 | 49 |
1978 | 63 |
1979 | 56 |
1980 | 50 |
1981 | 61 |
1982 | 68 |
1983 | 47 |
1984 | 54 |
1985 | 58 |
1986 | 58 |
1987 | 64 |
1988 | 61 |
1989 | 94 |
1990 | 97 |
1991 | 83 |
1992 | 89 |
1993 | 101 |
1994 | 79 |
1995 | 94 |
1996 | 91 |
1997 | 81 |
1998 | 90 |
1999 | 112 |
2000 | 128 |
2001 | 123 |
2002 | 109 |
2003 | 96 |
2004 | 122 |
2005 | 111 |
2006 | 161 |
2007 | 131 |
2008 | 110 |
2009 | 121 |
2010 | 90 |
2011 | 92 |
2012 | 90 |
2013 | 81 |
2014 | 113 |
2015 | 100 |
2016 | 104 |
2017 | 96 |
2018 | 120 |
2019 | 88 |
2020 | 120 |
2021 | 114 |
2022 | 117 |
2023 | 128 |
2024 | 126 |