Policarpio
A boy's name of Greek origin with 28 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
If you're considering Policarpio, you're looking at a name that fewer than 28 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.
The open, approachable ending gives Policarpio a stately quality that carries weight in formal contexts while staying approachable.
Policarpio is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Policarpio is a boy's baby name of Greek origin, from the name Polycarp, composed of the Greek elements polys ("many") and karpos ("fruit"), meaning "bearing much fruit." Saint Polycarp of Smyrna, a 2nd-century bishop and martyr, made this name significant in early Christian tradition.
Common in traditional Catholic Spanish-speaking families, Policarpio carries centuries of religious heritage. It is a name with real historical weight — Saint Polycarp was a direct disciple of the Apostle John, connecting the name to the earliest days of Christianity. The nickname "Poli" makes it wearable in everyday life.
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In the American context, Policarpio is a boy's name with several decades of recorded use (1913–1960). Its Greek roots connect it to a broader naming tradition, but in practice, American usage often reshapes names — adding nicknames, shifting pronunciation, and building new associations that diverge from the original cultural context.
With 28 total births, Policarpio exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Policarpio has 5+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1913.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | ▼ |
| 1940s | 17 | ▲ |
| 1910s | 6 | — |
The Story of Policarpio
A Silent Generation name
Peaking in 1944, Policarpio is an elegant vintage name. Boys named Policarpio are most likely born between 1934 and 1954.
How rare is Policarpio?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Policarpio is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1913, grew steadily over the decades, peaked in the 1940s with 17 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(5 years, 1913–1960)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 5 | #4460 |
| 1947 | 5 | #4142 |
| 1945 | 5 | #3663 |
| 1944 | 7 | #3054 |
| 1913 | 6 | #2728 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1913–1960