Arcadio
Meaningman from Arcadia · Greek
Arcadio is a Mexican boy name meaning “man from Arcadia”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- GenerationArcadio peaked in 1955, which makes it a classic Baby Boomer name. The typical Arcadio you'd meet today is about 70 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Arcadio would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 285,714 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryArcadio first shows up in US birth records in 1914, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 111 years since.
US births per million boys, 1914–2025
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About the name Arcadio
Arcadio is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “man from Arcadia”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It was most fashionable in the 1950s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Mexican names
More Mexican boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Boy name: Mateo · gift of God
- Boy name: Lucas · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Benjamin · son of the right hand
- Unisex name: Elias · my God is Yahweh
- Unisex name: Luca · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Sebastian · venerable
Questions about the name Arcadio
What does the name Arcadio mean?
Arcadio means “man from Arcadia” and comes from Greek. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Arcadia (“from Arcadia, Greece”).
What is the origin of the name Arcadio?
Arcadio is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Greek. Other Mexican names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Lucas (“man from Lucania”).
Is Arcadio a boy or girl name?
Arcadio is a boy name. In 2025, 6 US boys were named Arcadio.
How popular is the name Arcadio?
Arcadio ranked #10,695 for US boys in 2025, given to 6 babies. Its best year was 1955, when it reached #1,682.
What names are similar to Arcadio?
If you like Arcadio, you might also like Arcadia.
What should I know before naming my baby Arcadio?
Arcadio is a Mexican boy name meaning “man from Arcadia”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.