Maclovio
Meaningname of Saint Malo · Celtic
Maclovio is a Mexican boy name meaning “name of Saint Malo”, with Celtic roots. Celtic names carry the history of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Brittany. 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.
Did you know?
- Hidden namesLook closely: Maclovio has the name Mac hiding inside it.
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Maclovio would score 15 points, thanks largely to the V (worth 4).
- GenerationMaclovio peaked in 1937, which makes it a Silent Generation name, think grandparents and great-grandparents.
- HistoryMaclovio first shows up in US birth records in 1919, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 106 years since.
US births per million boys, 1919–2025
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About the name Maclovio
Maclovio is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “name of Saint Malo”. 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 1930s, 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 Maclovio
What does the name Maclovio mean?
Maclovio means “name of Saint Malo” and comes from Celtic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Santiago (“Saint James”), Malcolm (“devotee of Saint Columba”), Santino (“saint, holy”) and Santana (“Saint Anne”).
What is the origin of the name Maclovio?
Maclovio is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Celtic. Other Mexican names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Lucas (“man from Lucania”).
Is Maclovio a boy or girl name?
Maclovio is a boy name.
How popular is the name Maclovio?
Maclovio is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2011. It peaked at #3,518 in 1937, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Maclovio?
If you like Maclovio, you might also like Santiago, Malcolm, Santino and Santana.
What should I know before naming my baby Maclovio?
Maclovio is a Mexican boy name meaning “name of Saint Malo”, with Celtic roots. Celtic names carry the history of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Brittany. 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.