Arcadio is of Latin origin, derived from the word 'arcadius', which means "from Arcadia". It is traditionally used as a masculine given name and is less commonly found today. The name was popularized by the Roman Emperor Arcadius who ruled in the 5th century AD. In some Spanish-speaking countries, variations of this name such as Arcaides are still used occasionally.
The name Arcadio has seen significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a total of 1112 births recorded between 1914 and 2023. The most popular periods were from 1953 to 1956, with an average of 17 births per year, and from 1988 to 1990, with an average of 15 births per year. However, the name's popularity has declined in recent years, with fewer than 10 births recorded annually since 2004.