Ennio is an Italian masculine given name, derived from the Latin word 'ennis', which means "from Hennes". It is often associated with music due to its popularity among composers and musicians, such as Ennio Morricone, a renowned Italian film composer known for his work on films like "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" and "Cinema Paradiso". In Italy, Ennio has been a popular choice for boys since the mid-20th century. It is considered to be a strong, dignified name with a unique sound that stands out among more common names.
The name Ennio has seen a significant increase in popularity over the past decade, with a total of 132 births recorded between 1924 and 2023. While there were only five births in the initial year recorded (1924), this number began to rise steadily from 2006 onwards. The most notable spikes occurred in recent years: 14 births each in 2021 and 2022, followed by 13 births in 2023. This suggests that Ennio has become an increasingly favored name among parents in recent times.