Florio is an Italian masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'flos', meaning 'flower'. It was particularly popular during the Middle Ages in Italy, often bestowed upon newborns as a symbol of beauty and grace. The name Florio has been borne by several notable figures throughout history, including the Italian poet and scholar, Francesco Florio (1705-1782), and the French painter, Florine Tristán (1804-1869), born Marie-Octavie Trastour Florio. The name has also been used in literature, most famously as a character in Giovanni Verga's novel 'I Malavoglia'. Despite its Italian roots, Florio has been adopted by other cultures and can be found among individuals of various nationalities today.
"Florio was quite popular in 1926 with five babies sharing this name."