Fabricio

Fabricio is a masculine given name used in Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking regions. It is the variant of Fabrizio, with the Italian form Fabrizio being the more common version in Italy. The name derives from the Latin family name Fabricius, which itself comes from the root faber meaning craftsman or smith, reflecting an occupational origin.

In Portuguese contexts, the spelling Fabrício or Fabricio is common, while Spanish usage typically presents Fabricio without diacritics. The name has spread beyond its Romance-language heartlands and is encountered in various Latin American contexts as well as among communities with Portuguese or Spanish heritage.

Notable people named Fabricio include Fabricio Werdum, a Brazilian mixed martial artist and former UFC Heavyweight Champion; Fabricio Coloccini, an Argentine football defender who played in Europe; and Fabricio Oberto, an Argentine former professional basketball player and NBA champion. The name is also borne by other athletes and professionals across Latin America and the Iberian-influenced world, reflecting its continued use in contemporary naming culture.