Olympio

Italian, Spanish, Greek

"from Mount Olympus"

Olympio Origin and Meaning

The name Olympio is a boy's name meaning "from Mount Olympus".

Olympio is a masculine name with Greek origins, derived from Mount Olympus, the mythological home of the Greek gods. The name carries associations with strength, divinity, and athletic prowess, connecting to the Olympic Games which were originally held in honor of Zeus. Primarily used in Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Greek cultures, Olympio remains relatively rare in English-speaking countries. The name has classical elegance while conveying notions of achievement and excellence. In Brazil and other Portuguese-speaking regions, it gained some recognition through historical figures such as Olympio Mourão Filho. The name offers the friendly nickname options of Oly or Pio, though many prefer the melodious full version with its distinctive ending.