Toribio
Meaningname of Saint Turibius · Latin
Toribio is a Mexican boy name meaning “name of Saint Turibius”, 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 simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- GenerationToribio peaked in 1929, which makes it a Silent Generation name, think grandparents and great-grandparents.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Toribio would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 212,766 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryToribio 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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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Toribio
Toribio is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “name of Saint Turibius”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, 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
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 Toribio
What does the name Toribio mean?
Toribio means “name of Saint Turibius” and comes from Latin.
What is the origin of the name Toribio?
Toribio 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 Toribio a boy or girl name?
Toribio is a boy name. In 2025, 8 US boys were named Toribio.
How popular is the name Toribio?
Toribio ranked #8,910 for US boys in 2025, given to 8 babies. Its best year was 1929, when it reached #1,731.
What should I know before naming my baby Toribio?
Toribio is a Mexican boy name meaning “name of Saint Turibius”, 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 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.