Fabio is an Italian name derived from the Latin name Fabius, which means bean grower. Fabio is a popular name in Italy, Spain, and Portugal, and has gained popularity in other countries including the United States. Fabio is associated with several famous people, such as Fabio Lanzoni, an Italian-American model and actor known for his appearance in romance novels, and Fabio Cannavaro, an Italian former professional footballer and coach. In the United States, Fabio has been consistently ranked among the top 1000 names for boys since 1977, with its peak popularity in 1987. Fabio is also a popular name for girls in some countries, such as Sweden and Norway, where it is often spelled Fabea or Fabia. Fabio has been used as a given name for several notable people throughout history, including a Roman general, a Venetian painter, and a Spanish poet. Fabio has a strong, masculine sound and is often associated with qualities such as strength, courage, and charisma. Fabio has been used as a name in various cultures and languages, including Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and English. Fabio has been featured in popular culture, such as in the novel The Bridges of Madison County by Robert James Waller, where the protagonist's lover is named Fabio. Fabio has been used as a brand name for various products and services, such as Fabio's Pizza, a popular pizza chain in the United States, and Fabio's Hair Design, a hair salon in the United Kingdom. Fabio has been used as a nickname for people with the name Fabian, which means bean grower in Latin. Fabio has been used as a name for several animals, such as a racehorse that won the 2016 Kentucky Derby, and a character in the animated movie The Secret Life of Pets.

The root form of Fabio is Fabio — meaning Bean Farmer.

Fabio remains a beloved choice, ranking #55 in the US. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.