Benicio
Benicio is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning “Blessed one”, pronounced beh-NEE-see-oh. It ranked #672 in the United States in 2025, given to 405 babies, and peaked at #672 in 2025. Common nicknames: Beni, Ben, Nico.
How popular is Benicio in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Benicio mean, and where does it come from?
Benicio is a Spanish name taken from Saint Philip Benizi, the thirteenth-century Italian friar whose surname was Hispanicised as Benicio, and it is usually read through Latin benedictus, "blessed." For most of its history it was a quiet regional choice in Spain and Latin America. That changed with one actor: Benicio del Toro, named for his grandfather, won an Academy Award in 2001, and American use of the name climbed from almost nothing to the top thousand by 2016. It keeps rising. The sound does a lot of the work — four syllables, a soft c, and Beni or Ben waiting underneath.
How is Benicio used around the world?
Benicio is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Benicio?
Famous People Named Benicio
- Benicio del Toro — Puerto Rican actor and Academy Award winner
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Benicio mean?
Benicio is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning "Blessed one." Benicio is a Spanish name taken from Saint Philip Benizi, the thirteenth-century Italian friar whose surname was Hispanicised as Benicio, and it is usually read through Latin benedictus, "blessed." For most of its history it was a quiet regional choice in Spain and Latin America.
How do you pronounce Benicio?
Benicio is pronounced beh-NEE-see-oh. Common variations include Benício, Benito, Benedicto.
Is Benicio a boy name?
Yes, Benicio is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Beni, Ben, Nico.