Policarpio is an uncommon given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Policarpius, which was itself likely derived from the Latin words 'pol' meaning 'many' and 'carpis' meaning 'you capture'. It is predominantly used within Catholic communities as it has been associated with Saint Policarpus, a martyr who was tortured and beheaded for his faith in the 3rd century. The name Policarpio is most commonly found among speakers of Romance languages, particularly Spanish and Italian, but may also appear in other regions where Catholicism has had a significant influence. It offers parents an opportunity to bestow upon their child a unique name with historical and religious significance.
"Policarpio saw peak popularity with 7 births in 1944, but has been relatively steady around 5 births per year since then."