Horatio

Pronunciation: [ h-er-AYSH-oh ]

Boy Name #11,516 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Horatio is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced h-er-AYSH-oh.

Parents who love the name Horatio often also consider Hortense, Hope, Honora .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #11,516
Total SSA Count: 8

Alternative Spellings

Horacio #3266

Nicknames

Hor Hoy Horie Horaie

Similar Names

Hortense Hope Honora Howard Homer Horace Houston Howell

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Frequently Asked Questions About Horatio

Is Horatio a boy or girl name?

Horatio is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Horatio?

Horatio is pronounced h-er-AYSH-oh.

How popular is the name Horatio?

Horatio is currently ranked #11516 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Horatio?

Common nicknames for Horatio include Hor, Hoy, Horie, and Horaie.

Is Horatio a common or rare name?

Horatio is an uncommon name, ranked #11516 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Horatio

Horatio is a boy name .

Horatio is currently ranked #11,516 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Horatio include Hor, Hoy, Horie, and Horaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Horatio include Horacio . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.