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Fidencio

Boy name · Mexican

Meaningfaithful, confident · Latin

Fidencio is a Mexican boy name meaning “faithful, confident”, with Latin roots. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. 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 a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Fidencio would score 14 points, thanks largely to the F (worth 4).
  • GenerationFidencio peaked in 1928, which makes it a Silent Generation name, think grandparents and great-grandparents.
  • Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Fidencio would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 285,714 baby boys got the name in 2025.
  • HistoryFidencio first shows up in US birth records in 1909, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 116 years since.
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US births per million boys, 1909–2025

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About the name Fidencio

Fidencio is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “faithful, confident”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It was most fashionable in the 1920s, 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

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Questions about the name Fidencio

What does the name Fidencio mean?

Fidencio means “faithful, confident” and comes from Latin.

What is the origin of the name Fidencio?

Fidencio is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Latin. Other Mexican names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Lucas (“man from Lucania”).

Is Fidencio a boy or girl name?

Fidencio is a boy name. In 2025, 6 US boys were named Fidencio.

How popular is the name Fidencio?

Fidencio ranked #10,695 for US boys in 2025, given to 6 babies. Its best year was 1928, when it reached #950. Over the last five years it has slipped 3,193 places.

What should I know before naming my baby Fidencio?

Fidencio is a Mexican boy name meaning “faithful, confident”, with Latin roots. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. 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 a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, 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.