Ausencio is an uncommon given name of Latin origin, derived from the Latin word 'auspex', meaning 'one who foretells by observing birds'. It was traditionally used as a surname before becoming a first name in some regions. Ausencio is particularly popular in Spain and Latin America, where it has been used since medieval times.
The name Ausencio has seen varied popularity over the years, with a notable spike in usage in 1941 when it was given to 11 newborns. However, the majority of years show consistent birth numbers ranging from 5 to 7 annually, indicating that while not extremely common, the name has maintained a steady presence among parents' choices for their children.