| Meaning | dark-skinned, Moorish |
| Origin | Latin, Portuguese, Spanish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Mau-ri-cio |
About Mauricio
Mauricio brings a rich, cultural warmth that resonates across multiple continents. This name has maintained steady popularity in Latin American and European communities while gaining broader recognition elsewhere. The four-syllable structure provides a stately, formal quality that ages beautifully from childhood through adulthood. Mauricio possesses an inherent sophistication that works equally well in professional and casual settings. The name's phonetic clarity ensures easy pronunciation across different linguistic backgrounds, making it an excellent choice for multicultural families. Parents selecting Mauricio often appreciate its established presence without being overly common, striking that desirable balance between familiar and distinctive. The name carries associations with warmth, family connection, and cultural heritage, making it meaningful beyond its auditory appeal.
Names Similar to Mauricio
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| Mark |
| Maxwell |
| Martin |
| Miles |
| Mason |
| Malcolm |
| Marshall |
| Mitchell |
| Marcus |
| Maddox |
Nicknames for Mauricio
| Maur |
| Mau |
| Rio |
Famous People Named Mauricio
| Mauricio Macri | Former President of Argentina |
| Mauricio Pochettino | Argentinian football manager |
| Mauricio Kagel | Argentinian composer |
| Mauricio Umansky | American real estate agent |
| Mauricio Ochmann | Mexican actor |
| Mauricio Isla | Chilean footballer |
| Mauricio Rua | Brazilian mixed martial artist |
| Mauricio Rosencof | Uruguayan writer |
| Mauricio Affonso | Uruguayan footballer |
| Mauricio Pinilla | Chilean footballer |
| Mauricio Dubón | Honduran baseball player |
| Mauricio Toledo | Brazilian footballer |
| Mauricio Henao | Colombian actor |
| Mauricio Colmán | Paraguayan footballer |
| Mauricio Aspe | Mexican actor |
| Mauricio Martinez | Argentinian actor and singer |
| Mauricio Interiano | Salvadoran politician |
| Mauricio Martínez | Mexican-American actor |
| Mauricio Islas | Mexican actor |
| Mauricio Herrera | Colombian boxer |
Characters Named Mauricio
| Mauricio Sanchez | From the TV show "Jane the Virgin" |
| Mauricio Smith | From the movie "Donnie Darko" |
| Mauricio, King of Cartoons | From the TV show "Pee-wee's Playhouse" |
| Mauricio "Mo" Chaviano | From the book series "The House of the Scorpion" |
| Mauricio "Moe" Szyslak | From the TV show "The Simpsons" |
| Mauricio Ardiles | From the movie "Starship Troopers" |
| Mauricio Rubio | From the TV show "Narcos" |
| Mauricio Ferrari | From the TV show "El Señor de los Cielos" |
| Mauricio Vargas | From the TV show "Los Héroes del Norte" |
| Mauricio "Maury" Berlin | From the TV show "Grace and Frankie" |
| Mauricio Montenegro | From the TV show "Cuna de lobos" |
| Mauricio "Oso" Aguirre | From the TV show "Club de Cuervos" |
| Mauricio Armas | From the TV show "Señora Acero" |
| Mauricio Gaviria | From the TV show "Sin tetas no hay paraíso" |