Ignacio
Ignacio is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning “Fiery one”, pronounced eeg-NAH-see-oh. It ranked #830 in the United States in 2025, given to 298 babies, and peaked at #502 in 1930. Common nicknames: Nacho, Iñaki, Nachito.
How popular is Ignacio 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 Ignacio mean, and where does it come from?
Ignacio is the Spanish form of Ignatius, a Roman name that the early church connected to ignis, "fire" — appropriately, since it belonged first to Ignatius of Antioch, who wrote seven letters on his way to the lions. The name's Spanish weight comes from Ignatius of Loyola, the Basque soldier who founded the Jesuits. It has been in American birth records since 1886 and is rising again now. Nacho, its universal short form, is also the name of a dish, which every Ignacio learns to live with early.
How is Ignacio used around the world?
Ignacio is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 12+ international variants.
Female FormIgnacia
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Ignacio?
Famous People Named Ignacio
- Ignatius of Loyola — Basque priest and founder of the Society of Jesus
- Ignacio Zuloaga — Spanish painter
- Ignacio Camacho — Spanish international footballer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Ignacio mean?
Ignacio is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning "Fiery one." Ignacio is the Spanish form of Ignatius, a Roman name that the early church connected to ignis, "fire" — appropriately, since it belonged first to Ignatius of Antioch, who wrote seven letters on his way to the lions. The name's Spanish weight comes from Ignatius of Loyola, the Basque soldier who founded the Jesuits.
How do you pronounce Ignacio?
Ignacio is pronounced eeg-NAH-see-oh. Common variations include Ignatius, Ignazio, Inácio.
Is Ignacio a boy name?
Yes, Ignacio is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Nacho, Iñaki, Nachito.